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Dasara (Dussehra) 2026 in Hoffman Estates: Vijayadashami puja 1:41 PM – 3:51 PM
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When is Dasara (Dussehra) 2026 in Hoffman Estates?
Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Vijayadashami puja 1:41 PM – 3:51 PM (Hoffman Estates time). Same day in India.
In Hoffman Estates, IL, Vijayadashami · Dasara is on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. The puja time is 1:41 PM – 3:51 PM. Durga Ashtami falls on Sun, Oct 18 here and on Mon, Oct 19 in India.
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The 4 days of Dasara (Dussehra) in Hoffman Estates
| Date | Day | Time in Hoffman Estates |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Oct 18 | Durga Ashtami | Tithi Sat, Oct 17 9:59 PM → Mon, Oct 19 12:22 AM |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Maha Navami | Puja 1:42 PM – 3:52 PM (Aparahna) |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Ayudha Puja · Saraswati Puja | Puja 1:42 PM – 3:52 PM (Aparahna) |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Vijayadashami · Dasara | Puja 1:41 PM – 3:51 PM (Aparahna) |
Hoffman Estates vs India
| Hoffman Estates | Hyderabad | |
|---|---|---|
| Durga Ashtami | Sun, Oct 18 | Mon, Oct 19 |
| Maha Navami | Mon, Oct 19 · 1:42 PM | Mon, Oct 19 · 1:10 PM |
| Ayudha Puja · Saraswati Puja | Mon, Oct 19 · 1:42 PM | Mon, Oct 19 · 1:10 PM |
| Vijayadashami · Dasara | Tue, Oct 20 · 1:41 PM | Tue, Oct 20 · 1:10 PM |
Why dates can differ: each day is set by the tithi at a fixed time of your day (sunrise, Pradosh, afternoon or moonrise), and that time comes many hours later here than in India. Why dates differ ›
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Questions
When is Dasara (Dussehra) 2026 in Hoffman Estates?
Vijayadashami · Dasara is on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 in Hoffman Estates, IL. Puja time: 1:41 PM – 3:51 PM.
Is Dasara (Dussehra) on the same day in Hoffman Estates and India?
Not every day. Durga Ashtami: Sun, Oct 18 in Hoffman Estates, Mon, Oct 19 in India.
How are these times calculated?
From Hoffman Estates's own sunrise and sunset (NOAA) and the Moon's position (Astronomy Engine, Lahiri ayanamsa), using classical Drik Ganita rules. Confirm family customs with your priest.
Times are local to Hoffman Estates, IL (America/Chicago). Please confirm family customs with your priest.
For general information only. Calculated by software for this city; it may contain errors and is not religious, astrological or medical advice. Always confirm important dates and muhurtams with your priest or temple. Disclaimer and terms · Privacy · © Global Panchang