Recurring observance · San Francisco Bay Area
Pradoṣam
Why it matters
Pradoṣam is the twilight Shiva vrata observed on Trayodashi, traditionally considered especially auspicious for seeking Shiva’s grace and removal of karmic obstacles.
The story behind it
Shaiva tradition associates the Pradosha twilight with the devas approaching Shiva; many temples emphasize Nandi and Shiva worship during the evening window.
Prayers and worship
Common worship includes Shiva abhishekam, “Om Namah Shivaya,” Rudram/Chamakam, Mahamrityunjaya mantra, Shiva stotras and arati.
Fasting and devotional customs
Fasting or a light sattvic diet, evening temple visit, circumambulation, Nandi darshan and Shiva abhishekam are common.
What is typically offered
Water, milk where customary, bilva leaves, vibhuti, flowers, fruit and lamps are common offerings.
Visiting a temple that day
The exact Pradosha pooja window is sunset-dependent. Arrive early because abhishekam and archana may occur within a relatively short evening period. Temple practices vary by region and sampradaya. Dress modestly, remove footwear where required, follow priest/volunteer directions, ask before photography, and check the temple’s event page for exact pooja, fasting and prasādam arrangements.
Spiritual themes
Transformation, meditation, detachment, grace and spiritual renewal.
Every Pradoṣam date, 2026–2027
Bay Area dates
- 15 Jan 2026Guru Pradosh
- 30 Jan 2026Shukra Pradosh
- 14 Feb 2026Shani Pradosh
- 28 Feb 2026Shani Pradosh
- 16 Mar 2026Soma Pradosh
- 29 Mar 2026Ravi Pradosh
- 14 Apr 2026Bhauma Pradosh
- 28 Apr 2026Bhauma Pradosh
- 14 May 2026Guru Pradosh
- 27 May 2026Budha Pradosh
- 12 Jun 2026Shukra Pradosh
- 26 Jun 2026Shukra Pradosh
- 11 Jul 2026Shani Pradosh
- 26 Jul 2026Ravi Pradosh
- 9 Aug 2026Ravi Pradosh
- 24 Aug 2026Soma Pradoshnext
- 8 Sep 2026Bhauma Pradosh
- 23 Sep 2026Budha Pradosh
- 7 Oct 2026Budha Pradosh
- 23 Oct 2026Shukra Pradosh
- 6 Nov 2026Shukra Pradosh
- 21 Nov 2026Shani Pradosh
- 5 Dec 2026Shani Pradosh
- 21 Dec 2026Soma Pradosh
- 4 Jan 2027Soma Pradosh
- 19 Jan 2027Bhauma Pradosh
- 3 Feb 2027Budha Pradosh
- 18 Feb 2027Guru Pradosh
- 5 Mar 2027Shukra Pradosh
- 19 Mar 2027Shukra Pradosh
- 3 Apr 2027Shani Pradosh
- 17 Apr 2027Shani Pradosh
- 3 May 2027Soma Pradosh
- 17 May 2027Soma Pradosh
- 1 Jun 2027Bhauma Pradosh
- 15 Jun 2027Bhauma Pradosh
- 1 Jul 2027Guru Pradosh
- 15 Jul 2027Guru Pradosh
- 30 Jul 2027Shukra Pradosh
- 13 Aug 2027Shukra Pradosh
- 12 Sep 2027Ravi Pradosh
- 27 Sep 2027Soma Pradosh
- 12 Oct 2027Bhauma Pradosh
- 26 Oct 2027Bhauma Pradosh
- 11 Nov 2027Guru Pradosh
- 25 Nov 2027Guru Pradosh
- 10 Dec 2027Shukra Pradosh
- 24 Dec 2027Shukra Pradosh
Request a pooja
Sri Kumar Gurukkal can perform the associated pooja at your home, at a temple, or with family joining remotely.
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