Kedarnath Opening and Closing Dates

Kedarnath Opening and Closing Dates

The Opening and Closing Date of Kedarnath Temple shrine in 2024

The opening date and time of Kedarnath Temple is depends on auspicious day of Akshay Tritya and declared on the Maha Shiva Ratri. The date of opening of Kedarnath shrine is decided by priests in Ukhimath’s Omkareshwar Temple after calculation of Panchang. The doors of the holy temple is closed for the winter and will opened on 10 May 2024 at 7:00 AM. The date of opening of doors of Kedarnath Dham for the year 2024 has been announced on Mahashivratri.

The closing date of Kedarnath is fixed i.e 2 days after Diwali when Bhai Dooj is celebrated i.e on 03 Nov 2024. Kedarnath temple has been closed for winter after Pooja archana in morning and reopened on 10 May 2024. Kedarnath Temple opening and closing date for 2024 has been updated here.

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Kedarnath Temple will be opened on 10 May 2024 at 6:20 AM

Kedarnath Temple will be closed on 03 Nov 2024

Kedarnath Temple has a long ceremonial puja at the time of opening of Kedarnath shrine. Main Pujari Rawal of Kedarnath first takes blessing and view of lingam after opening of Kedarnath temple.

Kedarnath Opening Date 2024 Kedarnath Closing Date 2024
10 May 2024 at 6:20 AM 03 Nov 2024

Kedarnath Dham Opening & Closing Ceremony

Kedarnath Dham opening ceremony witness thousands of pilgrims. Kedarnath Kapaat opening day is one of the auspicious moment for many pilgrims visiting Kedarnath from all round the country and the world. The gates of Kedarnath Temple open after long hours worship by Rawal and Pujaris of Kedarnath Dham. Pilgrims could take darshan only after first opening Puja at Kedarnath Temple by priests.

Closing ceremony of Kedarnath Dham is also very grand celebration with Garhwal Bands taking Baba Kedar Doli to Winter Abode of Kedarnath i.e Omkareshwar Temple, Ukhimath.

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Kedarnath in Winters

During Winters starting from the month of of November, there is heavy snowfall in Kedarnath and all the routes are closed. The shrine is also closed for 6 months. The holy statue of Lord Shiva, is shifted from Garhwal (Kedarkhand) to Ukhimath, and is reinstated at Kedarnath, in the first week of May. It is at this time, that the doors of the temple are thrown open to pilgrims, who gather from all parts of India, for a holy pilgrimage. The shrine closes on the week of Kartik, on the day of Bhai Dooj (October-November) and reopens after Akshay Tritya (April-May) every year. During its closure the shrine is submerged in snow and worship is performed at Ukhimath.

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Kedarnath Opening Ceremony

Kedarnath Dham opens for pilgrims in the month of Apr-May each year with huge celebrations. The dates of opening of Kedarnath Temple announced on the occasion of Mahashivratri. Thousands of pilgrims visit Kedarnath shrine on the opening day. Watch Kedarnath opening video here and plan your trip to visit Kedarnath Dham

FAQs for Kedarnath Opening and Closing Dates

The opening date of Kedarnath Dham in 2024, scheduled for May 10th, marks the commencement of the pilgrimage season, inviting devotees to embark on a sacred journey. This revered Hindu temple nestled in the Himalayas holds profound significance, symbolizing spiritual devotion and cultural heritage for worshippers worldwide.

The closing date of Kedarnath Dham in 2024, set for November 2nd, signifies the culmination of the annual pilgrimage season, a pivotal moment for devotees and the sacred site alike. As worshippers bid farewell, they reflect on their spiritual journey and seek blessings for the path ahead, while the tranquil Himalayan surroundings reclaim their serene presence until the pilgrimage resumes anew in the following year.

The opening date of Kedarnath Dham is declared on Maha Shivaratri every year.

The closing date of Kedarnath Dham is declared on Vijaydashmi every year.

The opening and closing dates of Kedarnath Dham are decided by the priest after the calculation of the Panchang.

The best time to visit Kedarnath Dham is during the month of April-May when the temple opens and during September and October when the crowd is lesser.

Kedarnath Dham is located in the Rudraprayag District of Uttarakhand.

The doors of Kedarnath Dham remain open for six months during the summer and monsoon seasons.

The doors of Kedarnath Dham remain closed for six months during the winter season, as there is a lot of snowfall and the temple remains covered with snow.

The bus fare from Delhi to Kedarnath ranges from Rs 1000 to 1500.

The different ways to reach Kedarnath Dham are:

By Bus: The first and most used way to reach Kedarnath Dham is by bus, as this is the cheapest way to reach Kedarnath Dham. Buses to Kedarnath Dham are available from Rishikesh, Haridwar, Srinagar, and other locations as well.

By Flight: People from faraway locations coming to Kedarnath Dham can reach Kedarnath Dham by flight. The nearest airport to Kedarnath Dham is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, which is approximately 225 kilometres away. There are Charter Heli Services provided by various companies to Kedarnath from Sahatradhara Helidrome.

By Helicopter: Helicopter services are also available for Kedarnath Dham. Different private and government agencies offer helicopter services to Kedarnath Dham.

By Train: Pilgrims can also reach Kedarnath Dham by train. The nearest railway station to Kedarnath Dham is Rishikesh Railway Station, located approximately 205 km from Kedarnath Dham.

The famous destinations to visit near Kedarnath Dham include Vasuki Tal Lake, Guptkashi, Chopta, Tungnath, Chandrashila Trek, Augustmuni, Gaurikund, and others.

Yes, accommodation facilities are available near Kedarnath Dham. Various hotels, homestays, and resorts are available in Kedarnath Dham for accommodation.

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rahul

mujhe pta krna hai september main path khule milynge kya

Savitri shreeram

Will temple closed in between from 6am to 9 pm

शैलेन्द्र सिंह चौहान

हम्म 5 अप्रैल को केदारनाथ की यात्रा करना चाहता हु हमें शहि राय दे कृपया करके

Vikash

May 10 taarikh ko mandir khulega toh baraf (ice) hoga ki nehi waha pe ??

Last edited 7 months ago by Vikash
ARCHANA

HUM BHI GRUOP ME 21 AUGUST KO KEDARNATH DHAM JA RAHE HE KYA AAP BATAYENGE KI US VAKT MANDIR YA MANDIR JANE KA RASTA BAND TO NHI RAHEGANA

Laxmikant

Bholebaba

Lalit Kumar

Kedarnath mandir mai aarti ka subha or sham dono ka samya

Brijesh Gupta
Reply to  Lalit Kumar

Yes

Vishal Kumar

Kya 18 February ko Shri kedarnath dham open rhega

Dilip

फरवरी महाशिवरात्रि के लिए केदारनाथ मंदिर कितने दिनों के लिए कुलेगी फुरवरी 18-2023 में आना रहा

Brijesh jaiswal

जय श्री केदार नाथ धाम भोले नाथ जल्दी बुला लो प्रभु 🥲🙏🚩

Sagar Bhagade

केदारनाथ मंदिर कब खुलेगा हमारा आने का प्लान बना है 30 मार्च को 2023 7 8 जण है

Ashish Changod

जनवरी में मंदिर खुला रहेगा या नही

Rohit purwe
Reply to  Ashish Changod

Nhi

Raja koshle
Reply to  Rohit purwe

26 April ko kualega mahakal Ji

Rahul Jaiswal
Reply to  Ashish Changod

नहीं अप्रैल या मई
में खुलेगा

Rahul

Hum smapan me shamil ho sakte h ya diwapli pr dershan ho sakte h

बाबू गुर्जर
Reply to  Rahul

जनवरी में बाबा का द्वार कुला है क्या में जाने वाला हूं

Varun

Hum 5 to 7 log baba ke Darshan ke liya jana chate hai but kuch log bol rahe hai ki is time waha bhut barish ho rahi hai or thand bhi bhut hai to kya hum 30 sep to 5 Oct ko kedarnath mandir ja sakte hai please reply

Sajid

We 2 friends were planning for a long time to visit Kedarnath with Bikes and now our plan was fixed from 12 Aug to 15 Aug, And everyone is saying that it rains a lot at this time, so please suggest can we visit kedarnath in these days. Please let me know as soon as possible because 12 Aug is not far as its already 9 Aug today

RUPESH KUMAR DASH

Kedarnath temple Darshan time and closing time

saurabh verma

30 march 2022 in kedarnath ,is kedarnath temple open in march

saurabh verma

I want to celebrate mahashivratri I.e 30 march 2022 in kedarnath ,is kedarnath temple open in march

Last edited 2 years ago by saurabh verma
Vishwajeet singh

Can we do darshan kedarnath Temple after 31 December 1/1/2022

AJAY TIWARI

can we do darshan Kedarnath Temple After 31 July

shilpa
Reply to  AJAY TIWARI

sir we will plan to go kedarnath & chardham yatra on 27th Aug 2021 , but now temple is open ?

Jay Pathak

I am planning to go kedarnath with my friends on 4 july 2021
Is it open in this lockdown can we do a darshan of temple? Please help me out

RAVI PRATAP SINGH

SIR, CAN I VISIT CHAR DHAM AND DO DARSHAN OF KEDARNATH AND BADRINATH DHAM ON 17/6/2021. I’ M FROM GURGAON HARYANA.

IS THERE ANY TERMS AND CONDITION FOR VISITORS WHICH I NEED TO FOLLOW

SHUBHAM GUPTA

SIR KYA MANIDR IS TIME OPEN H
KYA ME DELHI SE VISIT KRUGAAA TO AP EK BHR BHTAAA DETE

Priyanka roy
Reply to  SHUBHAM GUPTA

I am from Kolkata Mujhe a jana hai ki Kedarnath Mandir abhi Khula Hai Ki Nahin please help me

Sanjana

I am planing to go kedarnath with my friends on 30 june 2021
Is it open in this lockdown can we do a darshan of temple? Please help me out

Ajay Solanki

we are plaining in 1st week of july, yatra chl rhi hai ya bnd krdi yhi hai due to covid

Amit

we are from mumbai can we visit in 1st week of june for kedarnath darshan

parveen ahlawat

Kedarnath k darshan bhar se honge ya andr aabhi hum plan bna rhe the aane ka or kya kya chahie vha aane k liye.?

Himanshu

I’m planning solo trip to kedarnath & explore offbeat towns in uttarakhand

Swaroop

Can we do darshan of lord shiva after may 17th

Vani

Is it Kedarnath opens on 17th may no it’s confirm or it may change due to corona

Tushar kharche

just confirm the date mandir is Open to 10th April

Himanshu

If I want to visit kedarnath just for trekking purposes, will the paths be open during the month of March-April?

Rushikesh Satpute

I want to celebrate mahashivratri I.e 11 march 2021 in kedarnath ,is kedarnath temple open in march

Ankit kamboj

Sir we are planning to go Kedarnath 06 Nov .
Can we worship and darshan there that day.
Plz reply to me..

Birendra Kumar

Aacha yadi hm idhr feb – march me gai to kya mandir ka darsan nhi ho paiga

Pavankumar

Iam planning to visit kedarnath in first week of may 2021 is it open now

Utsav Shah

I m planning to visit kedarnath on 21st april is it open on that date

Nikita

I m planning to visit kedarnath in last week of Feb 2021
Is it open now??

Neeta
Reply to  Nikita

No.. shri kedarnath mandir will be open in may mid…

Mayur Mahajan
Reply to  Neeta

Kedarnath ke kapat 15 may ko open honge

Mayur Mahajan
Reply to  Nikita

I m planning kedarnath temple. But kedarnath opening date 15 may 2021 confarm

Sai
Reply to  Nikita

Not opened

Ashu

2021 me baba k pat kab khulenge?

jigar

is tracking open now days at kedarnath ?

Shivani

How to book a Ashram / hotel at Kedarnath dham ?? Plz suggest some hotels aur Ashram?

Raman khatik
Reply to  Shivani

Wha pe pass me ek village wha mil skta h bs 1km ki dori pe

Mayur Mahajan
Reply to  Shivani

Hotel book karne ki jarurat nahi padti vaha pe GMVN ke tent hai unka rate rs 300 per hade hai, vo 4pm ke pehele book karna padta hai our vaha GMVN ka Aanapurna Restaurant hai rs 200 only

शशिकांत नांगरे

भगवान केदारनाथ मंदिर चालू है अभी या नही

pavan katkar

it is open now
we will plan to visit in in next month ending

Rahul kumar

Is it possible to visit kedarnath in month 24 December 2020

Sachin r s

Hello sir

1)We are thinking to go kedarnath in the month of September..will the gates remains open during this time please help me..

2) if we go during MAY month will the snow will be there atleast little bit…please help me sir
We are confused

Thanks
Sachin r s

ashish bansal
Reply to  Sachin r s

1. Yes gate remain open in september. Also it is the best time to travel because max. people travel in may and june, so rush is more which minimise facility.
2. In june first week you will get to see snow during trekking to kedarnath at 2 to 3 spot. you will pass in snow also.

ANKIT BHATT
Reply to  Sachin r s

Yes it will b closed on 16 Nov post bhaiya dooj

manish kumar
Reply to  Sachin r s

yes little a bits snow fall in may month

Asutos

Hi,
This is Asutos from Bangalore. We are 7-8 peoples planning to visit kedarnath and Badrinath Dham in the month of last week of May 2019. Could you please help me how we can plan like where to do all the registrations, where to stay, what are the price for the tent house, helicopter charges etc?

Thanks
Asutos

KAUSHIK ACHARYA

Sir, My wife is mild asthma patient, if we go by ponny in kedarnath and stayed there at night in kedarnath, will it be create any problem in night and in emergency what measures are taken by kedarnath health camp for breathing problem if occured.

Vishal

Vishal, l am planning to visit kedarnath temple in May 15th ya 20th please tell me that time temple will be open.

koti

Is it is possible to visit Kedarnadth temple in the month of February…


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