Balarama Jayanti 2027
Shukla-paksha Shashthi of Bhadrapada (popularly cited name; own Amanta segment is Ashwin).
🕐 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.
Balarama Jayanti Monday, 6 September 2027 · best 4:16 am – 5:04 am 2-day tithi
Shukla-paksha Shashthi of Bhadrapada (popularly cited name; own Amanta segment is Ashwin).
Tithi: Shashthi — 5 Sept, 11:17 am → 6 Sept, 10:58 am. The tithi spans two calendar days, so the day matters:
Day chosen: the day the tithi is present at sunrise (Udaya) — the common default for day-time festivals. Windows cover the whole time the tithi is active, day and night; if your family observes this festival at night or at moonrise, use the evening/night windows and check your own tradition.
| Date | Tithi active (IST) | Good windows | Avoid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday, 5 September 2027 | 11:17 am – 4:16 am (+1 day) | ✓ 11:17 am – 11:51 am (Good · Amrit) ⭐ 11:51 am – 12:16 pm (Excellent · Abhijit) ✓ 1:51 pm – 3:26 pm (Good · Shubh) ✓ 6:36 pm – 9:26 pm (Good · Shubh, Amrit) ✓ 1:41 am (+1 day) – 3:06 am (+1 day) (Good · Labh) |
Rahu Kaal 5:01 pm–6:36 pm · Yamaganda 12:16 pm–1:51 pm · Gulika 3:26 pm–5:01 pm |
| Monday, 6 September 2027 ★ Recommended Tithi at sunrise |
4:16 am – 10:58 am | ⭐ 4:16 am – 5:04 am (Excellent · Brahma) ✓ 5:52 am – 7:27 am (Good · Amrit) ✓ 9:02 am – 10:37 am (Good · Shubh) |
Rahu Kaal 7:27 am–9:02 am · Yamaganda 10:37 am–12:12 pm · Gulika 1:47 pm–3:22 pm |
About Balarama Jayanti
Balarama, the elder brother of Krishna, is remembered on this day. His weapon is the plough (hala), so the day is also called Hal Shashthi and is linked with farmers and agriculture.
Tithi rule: Observed as Hal Shashthi (Halchhath), Krishna Paksha Shashthi of Bhadrapada (Purnimanta), shortly before Krishna Janmashtami.
🪔 How it is observed
Mothers commonly fast for their sons; in many families food from ploughed fields is avoided that day, and foods made from naturally grown produce are eaten. Balarama and the plough are worshipped.
Customs vary by region and family — follow your own tradition and your family priest’s guidance.
Upcoming dates
| Date | Tithi (IST) |
|---|---|
| Thursday, 17 September 2026 | 16 Sept, 8:59 am → 17 Sept, 10:48 am |
| Monday, 6 September 2027 | 5 Sept, 11:17 am → 6 Sept, 10:58 am |
Frequently Asked Questions
Balarama Jayanti in 2027 falls on Monday, 6 September 2027 (tithi: 5 Sept, 11:17 am to 6 Sept, 10:58 am IST).
In 2027 the tithi touches 2 calendar days. The recommended day is Monday, 6 September 2027; the table above lists the good windows on each day, avoiding Rahu Kaal, Gulika and Yamaganda. Follow your family tradition if it differs.
Balarama, the elder brother of Krishna, is remembered on this day. His weapon is the plough (hala), so the day is also called Hal Shashthi and is linked with farmers and agriculture.