The Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela runs from 31 October 2026 to 24 July 2028. The main Amrit Snan bathing days are 2 August, 31 August, 11 September and 12 September 2027. Here are the key facts in one place.
Key Dates
- Begins: 31 October 2026, with the Simhastha Dhwajarohan (flag hoisting) at 12:02 PM at Ramkund. Read more
- Akhada camps open (Sadhugram Dhwajarohan): 24 July 2027.
- Nagar Pradakshina procession: 29 July 2027.
- First Amrit Snan: 2 August 2027.
- Special auspicious snans: 12, 17 and 28 August 2027.
- Main day, Maha Kumbh Snan: 31 August 2027.
- Third Amrit Snan: 11 September 2027 at Nashik and 12 September 2027 at Trimbakeshwar.
- Ends: 24 July 2028, with the Simhastha Samarop (closing ceremony).
Where It Is Held
The Kumbh is held on the Godavari river at two sacred bathing sites: Ramkund in Nashik and Kushavarta Kund in Trimbakeshwar, about 28 to 30 km from Nashik city.
Why Nashik, and Why Every 12 Years
According to tradition, drops of nectar fell at Nashik, and the Kumbh returns when Jupiter is in Leo (Simha), roughly every twelve years. The last Nashik Kumbh was in 2015. Read the full explanation.
Who Leads the Bathing
The thirteen akhadas lead the Amrit Snan. Vaishnava akhadas bathe at Ramkund and Shaiva akhadas at Kushavarta Kund. Akhadas guide.
Plan Your Trip
See our full calendar, how to reach Nashik, where to stay and the Prohibited Items List.