Nine Emperor Gods Festival 2028

Date details

• Gregorian range: October 18, 2028–October 26, 2028
• Focus date: October 26, 2028 (2028-10-26)
• Lunar date: 1st through 9th days of the 9th lunar month

What to expect

1. 1Nine Emperor Gods Festival usually alternates between altar rites and public movement, so visitors should understand both the quiet temple portions and the procession route.
2. 2Timing is anchored by Eve of the 9th lunar month through the 9th day; the 6th or 9th day may be especially important in some temples. usually falls in september or october; exact gregorian dates change yearly. Use that date as a planning reference, then confirm the actual schedule with the temple, family, association, or site manager.
3. 3The visible sequence often includes lighting and maintaining lamps or ceremonial fire, vegetarian meals and temporary dietary discipline, and invitation and send-off rites for the deities. These actions may be brief for a household rite and much longer when priests, volunteers, musicians, or community committees are involved.
4. 4If a procession or public movement is included, treat the route as part of the rite: keep clear of palanquins, banners, floats, ritual teams, and volunteers managing the crowd.