When does the Nashik Kumbh Mela 2027 start?
The Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela begins on 31 October 2026 with the Simhastha Dhwajarohan (flag hoisting) at 12:02 PM, and continues until 24 July 2028. The main bathing days fall in 2027.
What are the Amrit Snan (Shahi Snan) dates for Nashik Kumbh 2027?
The main Amrit Snan dates are:
- 2 August 2027 – Pratham (first) Amrit Snan, on Somvati Amavasya
- 31 August 2027 – Dvitiya (second) Amrit Snan, the Maha Kumbh Snan / Mukhya Parva
- 11 September 2027 – Tritiya (third) Amrit Snan at Nashik (Ramkund)
- 12 September 2027 – Tritiya (third) Amrit Snan at Trimbakeshwar (Kushavarta Kund)
See the full Kumbh schedule.
Which is the most important bathing day of the Nashik Kumbh?
The Maha Kumbh Snan, also called the Mukhya Parva and the second Amrit Snan, on 31 August 2027, is the main bathing day of the Nashik Simhastha.
Is it called Shahi Snan or Amrit Snan?
Both names are used for the royal bath of the akhadas. Official announcements for this Kumbh now use the term Amrit Snan; many people still say Shahi Snan.
Where is the Simhastha Kumbh Mela held?
It is held at two linked places on the Godavari: Nashik (Ramkund and the Panchavati area) and Trimbakeshwar (Kushavarta Kund, near the Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga). Read our guides to Ramkund and Trimbakeshwar and Kushavarta Kund.
Why is it called Simhastha Kumbh?
In Hindu tradition the Kumbh at Nashik-Trimbakeshwar is held when Jupiter (Guru) is in Leo (Simha), which is why it is called Simhastha. It comes around about once every twelve years.
What are the special bathing days (Vishesh Parvasnan) in August 2027?
The three special auspicious bathing dates in the month of Shravan are 12 August 2027 (Shravan Shuddha Ekadashi), 17 August 2027 (Shravan Shuddha Purnima) and 28 August 2027 (Shravan Krishna Ekadashi).
What happens before the main Amrit Snans?
The Sadhugram Dhwajarohan, the flag hoisting for the akhadas and opening of the sadhu camps, takes place on 24 July 2027, followed by the Nagar Pradakshina (procession around the town) on 29 July 2027.
When does the Kumbh Mela end?
The Simhastha Kumbh Parv concludes on 24 July 2028 with the Simhastha Samarop (closing ceremony).
What are akhadas?
Akhadas are the traditional orders of sadhus who lead the Amrit Snan processions. Learn more on our akhadas page.
How do I plan my visit to the Nashik Kumbh Mela?
Book stay and transport early because Nashik and Trimbakeshwar fill up around the bathing days, check dates on the schedule page, reach the ghats early in the morning, and follow instructions from local police and volunteers. See our sacred places guide for what to visit.