Dhanteras marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali festivities and is considered an auspicious occasion to welcome wealth, prosperity and good fortune. Also known as Dhantrayodashi, the festival is associated with Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Kubera and Lord Dhanvantari. People traditionally worship deities, buy gold, silver and utensils, and light diyas at home on this day. Families also exchange greetings and wishes to mark the occasion and pray for happiness, good health and financial prosperity. If you are planning your Dhanteras celebrations, here is everything you need to know about the date and puja timings in 2026, along with wishes and messages to share with family and friends.



Dhanteras 2026 date: When will Dhantrayodashi be celebrated?


Dhanteras will be celebrated on Friday, November 6, 2026. The festival falls on the Trayodashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the Hindu month of Kartik.



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The occasion is regarded as an auspicious time for shopping, particularly for gold, silver, jewellery and household utensils. Many households also perform Lakshmi and Kubera puja in the evening and light lamps to welcome prosperity.



Dhanteras 2026 puja muhurat and auspicious timings


According to Drik Panchang, the Dhanteras puja muhurat in 2026 will fall between 6:34 pm and 8:34 pm on November 6.




Here are the important timings to keep in mind:

• Dhanteras date: Friday, November 6, 2026


• Dhanteras puja muhurat: 6:34 pm to 8:34 pm


• Puja duration: 2 hours


• Pradosh Kaal: 6:02 pm to 8:34 pm


• Vrishabha Kaal: 6:34 pm to 8:34 pm


• Trayodashi Tithi begins: November 6 at 10:30 am


• Trayodashi Tithi ends: November 7 at 10:47 am

Happy Dhanteras 2026: Best wishes and messages for family and friends

• May Goddess Lakshmi bless your home with wealth, happiness and good health. Wishing you and your family a very Happy Dhanteras!


• May this Dhanteras bring new opportunities, financial prosperity and peace into your life. Shubh Dhanteras!


• Wishing you a festival filled with happiness, success and countless reasons to smile. May your home always shine with positivity.


• May the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kubera bring abundance and good fortune to your family. Happy Dhanteras 2026!


• May every diya you light bring hope, happiness and prosperity into your home. Have a wonderful Dhanteras!


• Wishing you good health, wealth and success in everything you do. May this auspicious day bring fresh beginnings.


• May your life sparkle with happiness and your home be filled with love and laughter. Shubh Dhanteras!


• On this auspicious occasion, may all your dreams come closer to reality and your efforts bring rewarding results.


• May Dhanteras mark the beginning of a prosperous year filled with peace, good fortune and beautiful memories.


• Sending warm wishes to you and your family. May this festival bring abundance and happiness to your doorstep.

Short Dhanteras wishes for WhatsApp and Instagram

• Wishing you wealth, health and happiness this Dhanteras. Shubh Dhanteras 2026!


• May your life shine brighter with every diya. Happy Dhanteras!


• Let prosperity enter your home and happiness stay in your heart. Shubh Dhanteras!


• May this festive season bring new hopes and brighter beginnings. Happy Dhanteras!


• Wishing you a golden year ahead filled with success and good fortune.


• May Goddess Lakshmi bless you with abundance and peace. Happy Dhanteras!


• Celebrate the joy of new beginnings and the blessings of prosperity. Shubh Dhanteras!


• May your home glow with happiness and your days be filled with success.


• Here's wishing you a Dhanteras full of love, laughter and prosperity.


• May every blessing multiply and every dream find its way to reality. Happy Dhanteras!

Heartfelt Dhanteras messages for loved ones

• On this special day, I wish you and your family good health, lasting happiness and prosperity. May you always have reasons to celebrate.


• May the festive lights bring warmth to your home and the blessings of the divine guide you towards success.


• Dhanteras is a reminder to value the wealth of good health, loving relationships and happy moments. Wishing you all three in abundance.


• May your hard work bring success, your home remain full of laughter and your heart always be at peace. Happy Dhanteras!


• Sending you lots of love and warm wishes. May this Dhanteras bring everything you have been hoping for.

Dhanteras greetings for colleagues and professional contacts

• Wishing you and your family a prosperous Dhanteras. May the year ahead bring new opportunities, professional growth and success.


• May this auspicious occasion bring fresh beginnings, rewarding experiences and continued achievements. Happy Dhanteras!


• Wishing you good health, happiness and prosperity. May your hard work lead to greater success in the coming year.


• May the festival of Dhanteras bring positivity and abundance to your home and workplace.


• Warm wishes on Dhanteras. May this festive season mark the beginning of a successful and fulfilling year ahead.

How to wish someone on Dhanteras?


A simple greeting such as "Wishing you and your family a very Happy Dhanteras. May Goddess Lakshmi bless your home with wealth, happiness and prosperity" is a thoughtful way to mark the occasion.




You can send these wishes through WhatsApp, share them as Instagram or Facebook captions, or include them in a festive greeting card. For colleagues and professional contacts, keep the message warm and respectful.




May this Dhanteras bring happiness, good health and prosperity to everyone. Shubh Dhanteras 2026!