{"id":1400,"date":"2024-02-20T09:45:25","date_gmt":"2024-02-20T09:45:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/?p=1400"},"modified":"2026-05-29T10:47:19","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T10:47:19","slug":"badrinath-opening-closing-dates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/badrinath-opening-closing-dates\/","title":{"rendered":"Badrinath Opening and Closing Dates"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Badrinath Temple traditionally opens its doors to pilgrims in the months of April and May and closes for the winter season in the third week of November. During this approximately six-month closure, devotees continue to offer prayers to Lord Badri Vishal at the Narsimha Temple in Joshimath. In this blog post we will tell you about the opening and closing dates of the portal of <a href=\"\/blog\/badrinath-temple\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Badrinath Temple<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Points to Note<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Please note that the temple\u2019s closure dates are typically determined around October or November, coinciding with Vijayadashami, marking the onset of winter.<\/li>\n<li>The reopening usually occurs in the last week of April or the first week of May, depending on Basant Panchami.<\/li>\n<li>Badrinath Temple remains accessible to pilgrims for darshan from April-May to October-November and remains closed during the winter months.<\/li>\n<li>The worship of Lord Badri Vishal continues at the Winter Abode of Lord Badrinath, the Narsimha Temple in Joshimath.<\/li>\n<li>The Utsav Murti (ceremonial idol) of Lord Badrinath is temporarily housed at the Narsimha Temple in Joshimath during this period.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1394\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Badrinath-Dham-Opening-Ceremony.jpg\" alt=\"Badrinath Dham Opening Ceremony\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Badrinath-Dham-Opening-Ceremony.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Badrinath-Dham-Opening-Ceremony-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Badrinath-Dham-Opening-Ceremony-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Badrinath-Dham-Opening-Ceremony-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Badrinath-Dham-Opening-Ceremony-747x420.jpg 747w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter 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ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/badrinath-opening-closing-dates\/#Badrinath_in_Winters\" >Badrinath in Winters<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/badrinath-opening-closing-dates\/#Badrinath_Temple_Opening_Ceremony\" >Badrinath Temple Opening Ceremony<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/badrinath-opening-closing-dates\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Badrinath_Dham_Opening_and_Closing_Dates\"><\/span><strong>Badrinath Dham Opening and Closing Dates<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table width=\"624\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>Badrinath Dham Opening Date <\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"312\">23rd April 2026 at 6:00am (Morning)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>Badrinath Dham Closing Date <\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"312\">13 Nov 2026 (Tentative)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_of_Knowing_the_Dates\"><\/span><strong>Importance of Knowing the Dates<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Knowing the dates of Badrinath Temple opening and closing serves the purpose of organizing pilgrimages effectively, such that the devotees can visit the site during the favorable weather conditions as well as as plan their journeys and are able to be part of the religious and cultural activities. Also, it upholds the smooth running of local businesses, scores economic growth, and grants conservation and maintenance of the temple. In the end, it is this knowledge which also enhances the spiritual experiences of the pilgrims, and at the same time it sustains the cultural heritage and livelihoods of the local community.<br \/>\n<div class=\"kwater\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;margin-top: 15px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/itinerary\/\" title=\"Chardham Yatra Online Booking Tours\"><picture><source media=\"(min-width: 650px)\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chardham-yatra-booking-desk-2026.webp\"><source media=\"(max-width: 650px)\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chardham-yatra-booking-mob-2026.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/chardham-yatra-booking-desk-2026.webp\" alt=\"Chardham Yatra Online Booking Tours\"><\/picture><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"similar-packages\">\n<div class=\"heading\">\n<div class=\"title\">Related Tour Packages<\/div>\n<div><a href=\"\/badrinath-tour-packages\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Badrinath Tour Packages\" rel=\"noopener\">View All Packages<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"similar-packages-slider-container\">\n<div class=\"similar-packages-slider\">\n<div class=\"package-card\">\n<div class=\"thmperson\"><a href=\"\/badrinath-yatra-package-from-haridwar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"3 Days Badrinath Tour from Haridwar\" title=\"3 Days Badrinath Tour from Haridwar\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/badrinath-yatra-package-from-haridwar.jpg\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"pckgBody\">\n<div class=\"package-name\">3 Days Badrinath Tour from Haridwar<\/div>\n<div class=\"package-price\">\n<div class=\"starting\">Starting From :<\/div>\n<div class=\"pckgPrice\">INR 12,900<\/div>\n<div class=\"perperson\">per person<\/div>\n<div class=\"btnperson\"><a href=\"\/badrinath-yatra-package-from-haridwar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View Detail<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"package-card\">\n<div class=\"thmperson\"><a href=\"\/badrinath-kedarnath-do-dham-yatra\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"7 Days Badri-Kedar Do Dham Yatra Tour\" title=\"7 Days Badri-Kedar Do Dham Yatra Tour\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/badrinath-kedarnath-do-dham-yatra.jpg\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"pckgBody\">\n<div class=\"package-name\">7 Days Badri-Kedar Do Dham Yatra Tour<\/div>\n<div class=\"package-price\">\n<div class=\"starting\">Starting From :<\/div>\n<div class=\"pckgPrice\">INR 18,900<\/div>\n<div class=\"perperson\">per person<\/div>\n<div class=\"btnperson\"><a href=\"\/badrinath-kedarnath-do-dham-yatra\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View Detail<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"package-card\">\n<div class=\"thmperson\"><a href=\"\/badrinath-yatra-by-helicopter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"1 Day Badrinath Yatra by Helicopter\" title=\"1 Day Badrinath Yatra by Helicopter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/badrinath-yatra-by-helicopter.jpg\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"pckgBody\">\n<div class=\"package-name\">1 Day Badrinath Yatra by Helicopter<\/div>\n<div class=\"package-price\">\n<div class=\"starting\">Starting From :<\/div>\n<div class=\"pckgPrice\">On Request<\/div>\n<div class=\"perperson\">per person<\/div>\n<div class=\"btnperson\"><a href=\"\/badrinath-yatra-by-helicopter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View Detail<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Badrinath_in_Winters\"><\/span><strong>Badrinath in Winters<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>During the winter months, when Badrinath Temple is closed, the temple priests maintain their rituals and prayers before the Utsav Murti at the Narasimha Temple. Before sealing the temple doors for the season, a lamp is lit before the deity in the sanctum. It is believed that during this time, Narad Muni, who achieved salvation here, continues to offer his prayers. This belief is further reinforced by the fact that when the temple reopens after six months in the spring, the lamp is still found flickering.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Badrinath_Temple_Opening_Ceremony\"><\/span><strong>Badrinath Temple Opening Ceremony<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DXdSsYhki95\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DXdSsYhki95\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Travel Vaidya (@travelvaidya)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>The opening ceremony of the Badrinath Temple is a significant event for devotees of Lord Vishnu. It takes place in the months of April and May each year, with the specific dates being announced on the occasion of Basant Panchami. You can watch the <a href=\"\/blog\/badrinath-dham\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Badrinath Dham<\/a> opening ceremony video to plan your visit to the temple.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Q1: Can I visit Badrinath throughout the year?<br \/>\n<\/strong>No, Badrinath remains open for a specific period during the summer and early autumn months. It closes for the winter season due to extreme weather conditions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q2: How can I check the exact opening and closing dates?<br \/>\n<\/strong>You can check the official website of the Badrinath Temple or consult local authorities for the most accurate information.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q3: Are there any restrictions for foreigners visiting Badrinath?<br \/>\n<\/strong>Foreign tourists are welcome to visit Badrinath, but they need to obtain a permit and adhere to the temple\u2019s dress code and regulations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q4: What is the significance of the Badrinath Yatra Samapti ceremony?<br \/>\n<\/strong>The Badrinath Yatra Samapti marks the formal closing of the temple for the winter season. It involves elaborate rituals and festivities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q5: Is it advisable to travel with children to Badrinath?<br \/>\n<\/strong>Yes, you can travel with children, but make sure to dress them appropriately for the cold weather, and plan your trip to accommodate their needs.<\/p>\n<div class=\"similar-packages\">\n<div class=\"heading\">\n<div class=\"title\">Suggested to Read:<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"similar-packages-slider-container\">\n<div class=\"similar-packages-slider\">\n<div class=\"package-card\">\n<div class=\"thmperson\"><a href=\"\/blog\/badrinath-dham-history\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"History of Badrinath Dham\" title=\"History of Badrinath Dham\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/badrinath-dham-history.jpg\"><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"pckgBody\">\n<div class=\"package-name cry\"><a href=\"\/blog\/badrinath-dham-history\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">History of Badrinath 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