Janmashtami 2024 Date In India Ca. Janmashtami is observed on the ashtami tithi (eighth day) of the krishna paksha (waning phase of the moon) in the month of bhadrapada.  — the exact date of janmashtami varies each year, as it is based on the lunar calendar.

 — this year, there is some uncertainty regarding the exact date of janmashtami, with questions arising about whether it falls on august 26 or 27. Also known as krishnashtami, this festival is celebrated as the birthday of mischievous lord krishna.