Hariyali Teej — the "green" Teej of the monsoon — is a joyous festival celebrated mainly by women across North India. In 2026 it falls on Saturday, August 15. Dedicated to Goddess Parvati and her union with Lord Shiva, it blends devotion, fasting, lush monsoon greenery, swings, mehndi and song.

Hariyali Teej 2026 Date and Tithi

Hariyali Teej is observed on the Tritiya (third lunar day) of the bright fortnight (Shukla Paksha) of the month of Shravan. In 2026 this falls on Saturday, August 15. It comes within the holy month of Shravan, shortly before Nag Panchami.

The Story and Significance

Hariyali Teej commemorates the day Lord Shiva accepted Goddess Parvati as his wife, after her long penance across many births. It celebrates devotion, marital love and the power of sankalpa (resolve). Married women observe it for the long life and well-being of their husbands and for marital harmony, while unmarried girls pray for a good life partner.

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Hariyali Teej Vrat and Puja Vidhi

  • Many women keep a nirjala vrat (without food or water) for the day, according to their capacity.
  • Worship Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva; offer flowers, fruit, sindoor and the items of suhag.
  • Listen to or read the Hariyali Teej katha (the story of Shiva and Parvati).
  • Break the fast the next day after the morning puja, following family tradition.

Festive Traditions

  • Wearing green — clothes, bangles and accessories — symbolising the monsoon and new life.
  • Applying mehndi (henna) and dressing in traditional finery.
  • Decorated jhulas (swings) hung from trees, with women singing seasonal Teej songs.
  • Sindhara — gifts (sweets, bangles, clothes) sent by parents to married daughters.

Where It Is Celebrated

Hariyali Teej is especially popular in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana and Punjab, often with grand processions of Goddess Parvati. Hindu communities abroad mark it with temple pujas, mehndi gatherings and cultural programmes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Hariyali Teej in 2026?

Saturday, August 15, 2026, on Shravan Shukla Tritiya.

Who celebrates Hariyali Teej?

Primarily women — married women for marital well-being and unmarried girls for a good husband — honouring Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva.

How is Hariyali Teej different from Hartalika Teej?

Hariyali Teej falls in Shravan (monsoon), while Hartalika Teej is observed later, in the month of Bhadrapada.

Explore more Hindu festivals, including the holy month of Shravan 2026, Nag Panchami 2026 and Guru Purnima 2026.

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