Majuli in November: Raas Mahotsav

Majuli in November is the island’s month: the Raas Mahotsav plays through the nights around the full moon (November 5-7 in the 2026 calendar), ferries run strong on post-monsoon water, and every satra is in festival dress. It is also the busiest fortnight: book the island before you book anything else.

The month in three layers

Raas Mahotsav (around Nov 5-7 in 2026). The Krishna story staged across the satras, all night, tied to the Aghun full moon. Walk between stages; the island becomes one open-air theatre. See our festival page for the etiquette.

Majuli Music Festival (Nov 19-21 in 2026). The contemporary counterpoint two weeks later, on the same island. Our festival page has the details.

The island itself. Post-monsoon green, ferries reliable from Nimatighat, cycling weather perfect. Our ferry guide covers timings and the vehicle question.

Quick answers

When is Raas Mahotsav in Majuli? Tied to the Aghun full moon, usually the first-second week of November; the 2026 calendar lists November 5-7.

Is November a good time for Majuli? The best: festival fortnight, strong ferries, green-golden landscapes, cool evenings.

Where do I stay during Raas? Satra-side homestays and bamboo cottages; rooms sell out weeks ahead. See our where-to-stay guide.

Planning the island in festival fortnight? Message us, we hold beds before they vanish.