February 2026 is a month of deep spiritual significance in the Bengali Calendar. According to the Bangla Panjika 2026, this short but powerful month carries within it some of the most important religious observances of the late winter season — the sacred Magha Purnima bathing festival, the grand night of Maha Shivratri, two meaningful Ekadashi fasting days, and the emotionally powerful International Mother Language Day. For Bengali Hindu families and communities across West Bengal, Bangladesh, and beyond, February 2026 is a month that demands careful spiritual preparation and devotion.
What Is the Bengali Calendar (Bangla Panjika)?
The Bengali Calendar, widely known as the Bangla Panjika or Bongabdo, is the traditional lunar-solar almanac followed by Bengali Hindu communities across West Bengal, Bangladesh, Assam, Tripura, and the global Bengali diaspora. Just like the Thakur Prasad Panchang, the Bangla Panjika provides precise daily information covering Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, Sunrise and Sunset timings, auspicious hours (Shubh Samay), inauspicious periods (Durmuhurt), Amrit Kaal, and the complete yearly schedule of festivals and fasting days. It is the most trusted religious reference for Bengali families planning any puja, ceremony, or Vrat.
Bengali Calendar February 2026: Complete Day-by-Day Festival and Holiday Table
The table below presents every important festival, holiday, and observance in February 2026 as recorded in the Bangla Panjika 2026. Use this as your ready reference throughout the month.
| Date | Day | Festival / Holiday | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 1, 2026 | Sunday | Magha Purnima (Snan and Dan) | Full Moon of the Magh month. One of the most auspicious bathing and charity days of the year |
| Feb 12, 2026 | Thursday | Vijaya Ekadashi | Ekadashi of Magh Krishna Paksha. Fasting on this day grants victory over obstacles and sins |
| Feb 14, 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday (Bank Holiday) | Banking holiday across India |
| Feb 15, 2026 | Sunday | Maha Shivratri | The grandest night of Lord Shiva worship in the entire Hindu calendar year |
| Feb 17, 2026 | Tuesday | Phalguna Amavasya | New Moon day of the Phalguna month. Ideal for Pitru Tarpan and ancestor rituals |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Saturday | International Mother Language Day (Shaheed Dibash) | Global observance honoring language diversity. For Bengalis, this day holds profound emotional meaning as it commemorates the language martyrs of 1952 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Friday | Amalaki Ekadashi | Ekadashi of Phalguna Shukla Paksha. Dedicated to the Amla tree as a form of Lord Vishnu |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday (Bank Holiday) | Banking holiday across India |
How to Download Bengali Calendar February 2026 PDF for Free
The Bengali Calendar February 2026 PDF and HD image are available for free download from official Bangla Panjika websites. Simply visit the February 2026 section of the official Bengali Calendar website and click the download button to save the complete high-definition calendar to your phone, tablet, or computer.
The Bengali Calendar February 2026 PDF and HD image are available for free download from official Bangla Panjika websites. Simply visit the February 2026 section of the official Bengali Calendar website and click the download button to save the complete high-definition calendar to your phone, tablet, or computer.
Magha Purnima 2026 — The Sacred Full Moon of Bathing and Charity
Magha Purnima 2026 falls on Sunday, February 1. This Full Moon day of the Magh month is considered one of the holiest days in the entire Hindu calendar and holds special importance in the Bengali tradition. On this day, devotees rise before sunrise, take a sacred bath in the Ganges or any holy river, and perform acts of charity and donation (Dan) for the benefit of their ancestors and their own spiritual merit.
According to Hindu belief, a holy dip on Magha Purnima in the Ganges is equivalent in spiritual merit to completing a month-long pilgrimage. In West Bengal, thousands of devotees gather at the Ganges ghats in Kolkata, Nabadwip, and other sacred riverside locations to perform this sacred bathing ritual. Donating food, clothes, sesame seeds, and other essentials to the needy on this day is also considered highly auspicious.
Maha Shivratri 2026 — The Greatest Night of Lord Shiva
Maha Shivratri 2026 falls on Sunday, February 15. This is undoubtedly the most important single night in the worship of Lord Shiva and is celebrated with extraordinary devotion by Shiva devotees across India and the world. Unlike monthly Shivratris which come every month, Maha Shivratri comes only once a year and carries immense spiritual power.
On this night, devotees observe a complete day and night fast, stay awake throughout the night performing four prahar (quarter) pujas, offer Bilva leaves, milk, water, honey, and flowers to the Shivalinga, and chant the sacred Panchakshara mantra — Om Namah Shivaya. In West Bengal, temples dedicated to Lord Shiva are illuminated and filled with devotees throughout the night. Breaking the fast on the following morning of Shivratri is done only after completing the morning puja.
For the exact Nishita Kaal (midnight puja window) and Chaturdashi Tithi timings on February 15, download the official Bengali Calendar February 2026 PDF for city-specific accurate times.
Vijaya Ekadashi 2026 — Ekadashi of Victory
Vijaya Ekadashi 2026 falls on Thursday, February 12. This Ekadashi falls in the Krishna Paksha of the Magh month and is known as Vijaya Ekadashi because fasting on this day is believed to grant the devotee victory — over personal challenges, health issues, financial difficulties, and spiritual obstacles. According to the Puranas, Lord Ram himself observed this fast before crossing the ocean to Lanka, and his victory over Ravana is attributed in part to the spiritual merit of this Ekadashi.
Devotees fast through the day, perform Vishnu puja in the evening, stay in prayer through the night if possible, and break the fast on the Dwadashi (next day) within the prescribed Parana time window.
Phalguna Amavasya 2026 — New Moon for Ancestor Rituals
Phalguna Amavasya 2026 falls on Tuesday, February 17. This New Moon day of the Phalguna month is an important occasion for performing Pitru Tarpan — the ritual offering of water, sesame seeds, and prayers to departed ancestors. In the Bengali tradition, Amavasya days carry deep ancestral significance, and the Phalguna Amavasya in particular is considered a favorable day for performing Shradh rituals outside of the main Pitru Paksha period.
Families who have missed ancestor rites during Pitru Paksha can make meaningful offerings on this Amavasya. Taking a holy bath, performing Tarpan, and feeding the poor or Brahmins on this day is believed to bring peace and blessings to departed family members.
International Mother Language Day 2026 — Shaheed Dibash
International Mother Language Day 2026 falls on Saturday, February 21. This date holds a uniquely deep emotional significance for Bengali communities that no other observance in February can match. On February 21, 1952, student protesters in Dhaka (then East Pakistan) gave their lives demanding recognition of the Bengali language as an official state language. These martyrs — Abul Barkat, Rafiquddin Ahmed, Abul Jabbar, Shafiqur Rahman, and Shahjahan Nabi — are honored as Bhasha Shahid (language martyrs) every year on this date.
In 1999, UNESCO declared February 21 as International Mother Language Day to promote linguistic diversity and multilingualism worldwide, inspired directly by the sacrifice of these Bengali language martyrs. In West Bengal and Bangladesh, this day is observed with solemn ceremonies at Shaheed Minar (Martyr’s Monument) replicas, cultural programs, poetry recitations in Bengali, and community events celebrating the richness of the mother tongue.
Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 — The Sacred Ekadashi of the Amla Tree
Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 falls on Friday, February 27. This Ekadashi falls in the Shukla Paksha of the Phalguna month and is considered one of the most sacred Ekadashis of the year. On this day, the Amla tree (Indian Gooseberry) is worshipped as a living form of Lord Vishnu. Devotees keep a fast, worship the Amla tree with flowers and incense, circumambulate it, and offer Amla fruit in puja.
The Amla tree is believed to be the residence of Lord Vishnu during the Phalguna month, and worshipping it on this Ekadashi is said to grant the devotee immense spiritual merit, freedom from sins, and the blessings of moksha (liberation). This Ekadashi comes just a few days before Holi, making it the perfect spiritual preparation for the colorful spring festival.
Ekadashi Dates in February 2026
February 2026 has two important Ekadashi fasting days, one in the first half and one near the end of the month.
| Date | Day | Ekadashi Name | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 12, 2026 | Thursday | Vijaya Ekadashi | Falls in Krishna Paksha of Magh month. Fasting on this day is believed to grant victory over all life obstacles and spiritual hurdles. Lord Ram observed this fast before his campaign against Ravana, making it one of the most historically significant Ekadashis |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Friday | Amalaki Ekadashi | Falls in Shukla Paksha of Phalguna month. The Amla tree is worshipped as a form of Lord Vishnu. Observing this fast grants liberation from accumulated sins and is considered one of the most auspicious Ekadashis of the entire year |
Important Note for Fasting Devotees: The Parana time for breaking the Ekadashi fast on the following Dwadashi varies by location. Always consult the official Bangla Panjika PDF or your local pandit for the exact Parana timing in your city to ensure the fast is broken correctly.
Bank Holidays in February 2026
February 2026 has two bank holidays falling on Saturdays, which means banking services will be unavailable on these dates. Plan your financial transactions accordingly.
| Date | Day | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 14, 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday — Bank Holiday across India |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday — Bank Holiday across India |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When is Maha Shivratri in February 2026? Maha Shivratri 2026 falls on Sunday, February 15. Devotees observe a full day and night fast and perform four prahar pujas through the night.
Q2. When is Magha Purnima in 2026? Magha Purnima 2026 falls on Sunday, February 1. This is one of the most auspicious bathing and charity days of the entire year.
Q3. What are the Ekadashi dates in February 2026? February 2026 has two Ekadashis — Vijaya Ekadashi on February 12 (Thursday) and Amalaki Ekadashi on February 27 (Friday).
Q4. When is International Mother Language Day in 2026? International Mother Language Day (Shaheed Dibash) falls on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
Q5. When is Phalguna Amavasya in February 2026? Phalguna Amavasya falls on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. This is an important day for Pitru Tarpan and ancestor rituals.
Q6. What is the significance of Amalaki Ekadashi? Amalaki Ekadashi falls on February 27, 2026. On this day the Amla tree is worshipped as a form of Lord Vishnu. Fasting grants liberation from sins and great spiritual merit.
Q7. How many bank holidays are there in February 2026? There are two bank holidays in February 2026 — Second Saturday on February 14 and Fourth Saturday on February 28.
Q8. What is the significance of Vijaya Ekadashi? Vijaya Ekadashi on February 12, 2026 grants victory over all obstacles and sins. It is the same fast that Lord Ram observed before crossing the ocean to fight Ravana.
Conclusion
February 2026 is a spiritually rich month in the Bengali Calendar despite being the shortest month of the year. From the holy bathing occasion of Magha Purnima at the very start to the grand night of Maha Shivratri in the middle, from two powerful Ekadashi fasting days to the emotionally resonant International Mother Language Day, February 2026 gives Bengali devotees and communities a full spectrum of spiritual practice, cultural pride, and religious observance.