Ekadasi
Padminī Ekadashi
In 2026, Padminī Ekadashi falls on Tuesday 26 May 2026 in London. The fast is broken on 27 May, 08:18 – 10:16.
Padminī Ekadashi: dates
| Fasting day | Break the fast |
|---|---|
| 27 May, 08:18 – 10:16 |
Dates and times calculated for London. In other cities the time to break the fast changes and sometimes the day too: choose yours above.
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What makes it special
It only falls in years with an extra lunar month (adhika-māsa, or Puruṣottama month), added so that the lunar calendar keeps pace with the solar year.
How it is kept
As on every Ekadashi, grains and pulses are avoided that day and more time is given to chanting, reading and remembering Krishna. Each person fasts as they can: from grain-free meals to a complete fast. The fast is broken the next morning, within the window shown above, by taking a little grain.
The previous and next Ekadashi
- Previous: Apara Ekadashi, Wednesday 13 May 2026
- Next: Parama Ekadashi, Thursday 11 June 2026
Frequently asked questions
When is Padminī Ekadashi in 2026?
On Tuesday 26 May 2026, according to the calendar calculated for London. In other cities it may fall a day earlier or later.
What time is the Padminī Ekadashi fast broken?
On 27 May, 08:18 – 10:16 (London time).
What can you eat on Padminī Ekadashi?
Fruit, vegetables, potatoes, nuts, dairy and flours that do not come from grains, such as buckwheat or tapioca. Grains and pulses are avoided.