Ahoi Ashtami 2027
Krishna-paksha Ashtami of Kartik.
🕐 Which day and time to celebrate
Good windows use the same rules as the calendar’s Good Windows box — Rahu Kaal, Gulika and Yamaganda are avoided; Brahma Muhurta and Abhijit are excellent; otherwise the Choghadiya decides.
Ahoi Ashtami Friday, 22 October 2027 · best 12:05 pm – 12:28 pm 2-day tithi
Krishna-paksha Ashtami of Kartik.
Tithi: Ashtami — 22 Oct, 11:56 am → 23 Oct, 9:59 am. The tithi spans two calendar days, so the day matters:
Classically observed in the Pradosh (after sunset) — each day below lists ALL good windows while the tithi is active, marks those inside this period (★), and shows this period separately. If none is good inside it, choose the best listed window and follow your family tradition.
| Date | Tithi active (IST) | Good windows | Avoid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, 22 October 2027 ★ Recommended |
11:56 am – 4:46 am (+1 day) | ⭐ 12:05 pm – 12:28 pm (Excellent · Abhijit) ✓ 12:28 pm – 1:30 pm (Good · Shubh) ✓ 7:20 pm – 8:55 pm (Good · Labh) ★ in Pradosh ✓ 10:30 pm – 1:40 am (+1 day) (Good · Shubh, Amrit) Pradosh (after sunset) 5:45 pm – 8:09 pm: good slot inside |
Rahu Kaal 10:40 am–12:05 pm · Yamaganda 4:20 pm–5:45 pm · Gulika 7:51 am–9:15 am |
| Saturday, 23 October 2027 Tithi at sunrise |
4:46 am – 9:59 am | ⭐ 4:46 am – 5:34 am (Excellent · Brahma) ✓ 7:47 am – 9:11 am (Good · Shubh) Pradosh (after sunset): tithi not active in this period |
Rahu Kaal 9:11 am–10:36 am · Yamaganda 2:51 pm–4:16 pm · Gulika 6:22 am–7:47 am |
About Ahoi Ashtami
Ahoi Ashtami is a fast kept by mothers for the long life and well-being of their children, mainly in North India. The goddess Ahoi Mata is worshipped, traditionally with a wall drawing or picture showing her with a hedgehog (sehi) and her cubs.
Tithi rule: Krishna Paksha Ashtami of Kartik (Purnimanta) — about eight days before Diwali, four days after Karwa Chauth.
🪔 How it is observed
Mothers fast from sunrise and break the fast in the evening after sighting the stars (some families wait for the moon). The evening puja, with the Ahoi Mata katha, is the heart of the day.
Customs vary by region and family — follow your own tradition and your family priest’s guidance.
Upcoming dates
| Date | Tithi (IST) |
|---|---|
| Monday, 2 November 2026 | 1 Nov, 2:52 pm → 2 Nov, 1:10 pm |
| Saturday, 23 October 2027 | 22 Oct, 11:56 am → 23 Oct, 9:59 am |
Frequently Asked Questions
Ahoi Ashtami in 2027 falls on Friday, 22 October 2027 (tithi: 22 Oct, 11:56 am to 23 Oct, 9:59 am IST).
In 2027 the tithi touches 2 calendar days. The recommended day is Friday, 22 October 2027; the table above lists the good windows on each day, avoiding Rahu Kaal, Gulika and Yamaganda. Follow your family tradition if it differs.
Ahoi Ashtami is a fast kept by mothers for the long life and well-being of their children, mainly in North India. The goddess Ahoi Mata is worshipped, traditionally with a wall drawing or picture showing her with a hedgehog (sehi) and her cubs.