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Ganesh Puja -Book Online or At-Home — Naman Puja in Boston
Worship of Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the deity of beginnings, wisdom and success.
Duration: 2 HrsLocation: Boston
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About Ganesh Puja -Book Online or At-Home — Naman Puja in Boston
Naman Puja brings this puja into homes across Greater Boston two ways, and neither depends on New England's unpredictable weather cooperating. Book online and a pandit conducts the entire live-streamed Shodashopachara Puja over video — practical in February when nobody wants to be driving through slush for a ceremony. Or book at-home, and a pandit and samagri come to you, timed with the season in mind.
Ganesh Puja Dates Calendar — Boston
| Ganesha Chaturthi on Monday, September 14, 2026 |
| Madhyahna Ganesha Puja Muhurat - 11:24 AM to 01:55 PM |
| Duration - 02 Hours 30 Mins |
| Ganesha Visarjan on Friday, September 25, 2026 |
| Time to avoid Moon sighting - 10:22 AM to 08:09 PM |
| Duration - 09 Hours 47 Mins |
| Chaturthi Tithi Begins - 09:36 PM on Sep 13, 2026 |
| Chaturthi Tithi Ends - 10:14 PM on Sep 14, 2026 |
| Date | Event / Name | Tithi & Timing |
|---|---|---|
| January 6, 2026 (Tuesday) | Sakat Chauth / Lambodara Sankashti | Magha Krishna Chaturthi Moonrise: 08:05 PM Tithi Begins: 09:31 PM, Jan 5 Tithi Ends: 08:22 PM, Jan 6 |
| February 4, 2026 (Wednesday) | Dwijapriya Sankashti | Phalguna Krishna Chaturthi Moonrise: 09:01 PM Tithi Begins: 01:39 PM, Feb 4 Tithi Ends: 01:52 PM, Feb 5 |
| March 6, 2026 (Friday) | Bhalachandra Sankashti | Chaitra Krishna Chaturthi Moonrise: 09:49 PM Tithi Begins: 07:23 AM, Mar 6 Tithi Ends: 08:47 AM, Mar 7 |
| April 5, 2026 (Sunday) | Vikata Sankashti | Vaishakha Krishna Chaturthi Moonrise: 11:39 PM Tithi Begins: 02:29 AM, Apr 5 Tithi Ends: 04:40 AM, Apr 6 |
| May 4, 2026 (Monday) | Ekadanta Sankashti | Jyeshtha Krishna Chaturthi Moonrise: 11:24 PM Tithi Begins: 07:54 PM, May 4 Tithi Ends: 10:21 PM, May 5 |
| June 3, 2026 (Wednesday) | Vibhuvana Sankashti | Jyeshtha Krishna Chaturthi Moonrise: 11:36 PM Tithi Begins: 11:51 AM, Jun 3 Tithi Ends: 02:00 PM, Jun 4 |
| July 3, 2026 (Friday) | Krishnapingala Sankashti | Ashadha Krishna Chaturthi Moonrise: 11:10 PM Tithi Begins: 01:50 AM, Jul 3 Tithi Ends: 03:09 AM, Jul 4 |
| August 1, 2026 (Saturday) | Gajanana Sankashti | Shravana Krishna Chaturthi Moonrise: 10:04 PM Tithi Begins: 01:37 PM, Aug 1 Tithi Ends: 01:45 PM, Aug 2S |
| August 31, 2026 (Monday) | Bahula Chaturthi / Heramba Sankashti | Bhadrapada Krishna Chaturthi Moonrise: 09:28 PM Tithi Begins: 11:20 PM, Aug 30 Tithi Ends: 10:11 PM, Aug 31 |
| September 29, 2026 (Tuesday) | Vighnaraja Sankashti | Ashwina Krishna Chaturthi Moonrise: 08:40 PM Tithi Begins: 07:39 AM, Sep 29 Tithi Ends: 05:25 AM, Sep 30 |
| October 28, 2026 (Wednesday) | Karwa Chauth / Vakratunda Sankashti | Kartika Krishna Chaturthi Moonrise: 08:13 PM Tithi Begins: 03:36 PM, Oct 28 Tithi Ends: 12:39 PM, Oct 29 |
| November 27, 2026 (Friday) | Ganadhipa Sankashti | Margashirsha Krishna Chaturthi Moonrise: 07:10 PM (Nov 26) Tithi Begins: 11:18 PM, Nov 26 Tithi Ends: 08:09 PM, Nov 27 |
| December 26, 2026 (Saturday) | Akhuratha Sankashti | Pausha Krishna Chaturthi Moonrise: 08:31 PM Tithi Begins: 09:34 AM, Dec 26 Tithi Ends: 06:42 AM, Dec 27 |
Panchang data sourced from DrikPanchang.com, calculated for the Boston, Massachusetts time zone (Eastern Time). For the full vidhi and mantra breakdown, see the parent guide: What is Ganesh Puja: Vidhi, Mantra & Significance.
Timing to Avoid — Rahu Kaal in Boston
Rahu Kaal is a roughly 90-minute daily window traditionally avoided for starting something auspicious, calculated from that day's local sunrise and sunset — Boston's window is specific to Eastern Time and will differ from a Central or Pacific Time city on the same date.
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Rahu Kaal (Rahu Kalam)
Boston, United States of America•Changes Daily
Inactive Now
Date (Saturday)
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Daylight Window
10:59 AM—09:59 PM
Rahu Kaal Period
01:44 PM - 03:06 PM
Rahu Kaal (Rahu Kalam) is calculated dynamically every day based on the solar position in Boston. In Vedic astrology, Rahu Kaal is considered inauspicious for starting new auspicious activities or travels.
Ganesh Puja at Home in the Boston Area
Greater Boston mixes triple-decker apartments and condos in the city itself with larger single-family homes out toward Waltham, Medford, and the western suburbs. In city apartments and condos, an indoor havan usually isn't practical given shared walls and building fire codes; suburban homes with a yard or garage tend to have more flexibility, HOA rules permitting.
Ganesh Chaturthi's late-summer timing usually lands before New England's harsh winter sets in, which helps, but a Sankashti Chaturthi observed on a January or February evening is a different story — build in extra time for an at-home visit if snow or ice is forecast, and keep the murti away from drafty windows once the heat comes on, since dry indoor winter air can wilt fresh flowers and durva grass faster than expected.
Dos and Don'ts:
| Do check your building or HOA's fire policy before planning an indoor havan. |
| Do build in extra time for an at-home puja scheduled during New England winter weather, given potential snow or ice delays. |
| Don't leave the Ganesh murti near a drafty window once winter heating starts — dry air and cold drafts wilt flowers and durva grass fast. |
| Don't schedule your Sankalp inside that day's Rahu Kaal window. |
Regional Customs Disclaimer
Ganesh Puja customs differ across Hindu communities — a Bengali household's Ganesh Chaturthi sequence and samagri list isn't identical to a Maharashtrian or Tamil household's. Naman Puja's pandits can adapt the ritual steps, mantras, and prasad to your family's own tradition; mention your preference when you book.
Nearby Temple Information
| Temple | Area | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Ganesh Hindu Temple | Dorchester, Boston | Hours not publicly listed — call ahead to confirm |
Address and phone verified as of July 20, 2026; hours could not be independently confirmed and should be checked directly with the temple.
Reference information only — Naman Puja does not offer temple-based booking; use the CTA above for online or at-home options.
Samagri and Prasad Responsibility
| At-home puja: Naman Puja's pandit brings durva grass, kumkum, haldi, chandan, akshata, camphor, and betel leaves/supari. Families arrange the Ganesh murti, fresh flowers, a coconut, and mango leaves. |
| Online/live-streamed puja: you'll need your own murti, akshata, kumkum, a diya, and incense on hand — a short checklist is sent ahead of your session. |
| Local sourcing tip: Patel Brothers in Waltham carries incense and pooja items alongside its regular Indian grocery selection and is open daily from 10 AM to 8:30 PM — a convenient stop for families west of the city. |
Serviceable Area
Naman Puja currently covers a 25 to 45 mile radius around Boston, including Cambridge, Waltham, and Medford, and extending toward Framingham and the MetroWest suburbs.
Service area confirmed as of July 20, 2026.
If your address falls just outside this range, ask when you book — we're often able to work something out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common queries about booking and performing this sacred ritual in Boston.
Yes — the Ganesh Hindu Temple in Dorchester is a small, dedicated home for the deity, established in 1994; its public hours aren't reliably listed online, so call ahead if you plan to visit. It's provided for reference only, since Naman Puja's bookable services are online and at-home.