Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027
An independent, easy-to-read guide to dates, travel, and stays for the 2026-2027 Simhastha Kumbh Mela in Nashik and Trimbakeshwar, Maharashtra, one of the four holiest gatherings in Hinduism, held once every twelve years on the banks of the Godavari.
What is the Nashik Kumbh Mela?
The Kumbh Mela rotates every three years between four sacred river-bank cities in India (Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain, and Nashik-Trimbakeshwar), based on planetary positions in Hindu astrology. Each city hosts its own Kumbh roughly once every twelve years. The Nashik-Trimbakeshwar edition, locally called Simhastha, centers on ritual bathing (Shahi Snan) at Ramkund on the Godavari river in Nashik and at the Kushavarta Kund in Trimbakeshwar, about 28 km away.
Unlike Prayagraj's few-week Kumbh, the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha traditionally spans just over a year from flag-hoisting to flag-lowering, following the pattern set by the 2015 edition. Millions of pilgrims, sadhus from various akhadas, and visitors are expected to travel to the twin towns, with the mass-pilgrimage crowds concentrated around the main Shahi Snan dates in August and September 2027.
Quick facts
| Location | Nashik & Trimbakeshwar, Maharashtra, India |
|---|---|
| Frequency | Once every 12 years at this site (part of a 3-year rotating cycle across 4 cities) |
| Simhastha period | 31 October 2026 – 2027 (Dhwajarohan to closing; officially announced) |
| Main Shahi Snan dates | 2 August, 31 August & 11–12 September 2027 |
| Main bathing spots | Ramkund (Nashik), Kushavarta Kund (Trimbakeshwar) |
| Nearest major city | Mumbai (167 km), Pune (210 km) |
Latest guides
Dhwajarohan: 31 October 2026
The flag-hoisting that opens the Simhastha, with the time, place and practical tips.
Read the guide →Sadhugram & Akhadas
Where the sadhus camp, the 13 akhadas, and how to visit respectfully.
Visitor guide →Packing & Safety
What to carry by season, crowd and bathing safety, and emergency numbers.
Read the checklist →Plan your visit
Dates & Shahi Snan Schedule
See the officially announced bathing dates and what each one means.
View schedule →Frequently asked questions
When is the Nashik Kumbh Mela 2027?
The main Shahi Snan (royal bathing) dates are officially announced for 2 August, 31 August, and 11–12 September 2027. The wider Simhastha period formally opens with a flag-hoisting ceremony on 31 October 2026.
Are these dates officially confirmed?
Yes. They were announced at a meeting chaired by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis with representatives of all major akhadas. See our Dates page for full sourcing, and check the official Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha Kumbh Mela Authority for any logistics updates closer to the date.
What is Shahi Snan?
Shahi Snan, or royal bath, is the central ritual of the Kumbh Mela, where sadhus from different akhadas (monastic orders) process to the river ghats in a fixed order to bathe first, followed by the general public.
How do I get to Nashik for the Kumbh Mela?
Nashik is about 167 km from Mumbai and 210 km from Pune by road, with a railway station (Nashik Road) and a small airport (Ozar, ISK). See our How to Reach page for flights, trains, buses, and road routes.