Dhanteras, the festival that opens the five-day Diwali celebrations, arrives tomorrow. Dhanteras 2026 falls on Friday, 6 November, ahead of Choti Diwali on 7 November, Lakshmi Puja on 8 November, Govardhan Puja on 9 November and Bhai Dooj on 10 November. Across India and in Indian communities abroad, families are already cleaning homes, polishing brassware, hanging marigold garlands and planning a little shopping for something new and shiny.
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Why Dhanteras matters
Dhanteras, also called Dhanatrayodashi, is observed on the thirteenth lunar day of the dark fortnight in the month of Kartik. It is a day to worship Lakshmi and Dhanvantari and to buy gold, silver and utensils for prosperity. Many families also remember Lord Kubera, the keeper of divine treasure.
Beyond buying something precious, the day is about gratitude for what you already have, especially good health, which is why Lord Dhanvantari,…