Isha Mahashivratri is an all-night celebration dedicated to Lord Shiva. The event is organised every year at the Isha Yoga Center, near Coimbatore, by the Isha Foundation.

Led by Sadhguru, the event is popular worldwide for presenting an ancient spiritual night in a lively format, featuring all-night meditation, dance, and singing. Thousands attend in person, and many more watch online from around the world.

If you’re also planning to attend Isha Mahashivratri 2026, here is a detailed redBus guide covering programme timings, ticket information, registration, and travel details.

Mahashivratri falls on the 14th night of the lunar month of Phalguna, just before the new moon. Among the twelve Shivratris celebrated each year, Mahashivratri is considered the most spiritually significant. 

There are many legends associated with this night. Most popular ones link it to Lord Shiva’s union with Parvati and his cosmic dance. Legends also link it to Lord Shiva’s divine cosmic dance (Tandav).

But according to yogic belief, Mahashivratri is the night Lord Shiva became one with Mount Kailash. In these traditions, Lord Shiva is considered more than a God. He is seen as the Adi Guru (the first Guru) who started the science of yoga. 

That is why Isha Mahashivratri is important for people who follow yogic traditions. The celebration is held at the Isha Yoga Center near Coimbatore, in front of the Adiyogi statue, which was designed by Sadhguru himself. Thousands attend the event each year to meditate and practice spiritual practices throughout the night.

These aspects make Isha Mahashivratri truly special and unique:

• Celebrated before the Adiyogi statue: The entire event takes place in front of the 112-foot Adiyogi statue, making the night more meaningful.
• Runs through the whole night: The program starts in the evening and continues till morning without breaks.
• Midnight meditation: Sadhguru leads guided meditation at midnight to help you find inner peace and spiritual awakening.
• Sadhguru’s talks: He speaks intermittently during the Isha Mahashivratri celebrations, offering wisdom and deep knowledge. 
• Music and performances: Singers, dancers, and artists perform throughout the night, keeping the atmosphere lively and energetic.
• People join from across the world: Thousands attend the event in person at the Isha Yoga Centre, while many others watch the live broadcast and webstream.

Mahashivratri holds deep spiritual significance for the Isha Yoga Centre. In the yogic tradition, Maha Shivratri is the night on which Adiyogi became completely still. That’s why it’s considered a very important night for meditation. 

Many believe that on this night, the natural planetary positions help energy move upward in the body, making it a good time for spiritual practices. It’s called the ‘Great Night of Shiva’, and many believe that cosmic energy is at its highest on this night, making it spiritually beneficial. Celebrating Mahashivratri at Isha, with jagaran and meditation, is meaningful. 

According to Sadhguru, staying awake and sitting with the spine straight on Mahashivratri helps you connect with your inner stillness and the Adiyogi himself.

The Isha Mahashivratri 2026 celebrations will start at 6 P.M. on 15th February (Sunday) and end at 6 A.M. on 16th February (Monday) at the Isha Yoga Centre.

The schedule for Isha Maha Shivratri 2026 includes:

Advance registration for Isha Mahashivratri 2026 is mandatory if you want to attend the event in person. You cannot attend the event in person without prior registration, even though the entry is free.

Here’s the complete information on Isha Mahashivratri 2026 ticket booking details, registration process, and prices.

Isha Mahashivratri 2026 Registration

You can complete the Isha Mahashivratri 2026 registration form online on the official Isha website or call 83000 82000 for offline registration. After submitting your details, you will receive a confirmation email and an e-pass for entry. 

But remember: 

• Isha Mahashivratri 2026 ticket bookings depend on a first-come, first-served basis. So, try to book early. 

• On the day of the event, check-in counters remain open from 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. 

• You have to stay back until 6 A.M. on 16th February.

• It is recommended that you complete Isha Mahashivratri 2026 registrations at least 15 days before the event.

Isha Mahashivratri 2026 Ticket Price

Entry for the Isha Mahashivratri 2026 celebrations is free for all under the ‘Tamiraparani’ seat booking category. But paid tickets are available for reserved seating. 

For paid seats, Isha Mahashivratri 2026 ticket prices vary by seating area. Seats closer to the dais and Adiyogi statue cost more than those farther away. Here’s a breakdown of Isha Mahashivratri 2026 ticket prices, along with the seat layout options:

You can attend Isha Mahashivratri 2026 in different ways:

1. Attend in Person 

You can visit the Isha Yoga Centre near Coimbatore to attend Isha Mahashivratri in person. To do so, you need to complete the online registration for Isha Mahashivratri 2026 on the official website.

After registering:

• Reach the venue early on the event day

• Carry the valid photo ID that was used to register for the Isha Mahashivratri celebrations

• Bring the e-pass sent to your email ID

2. Watch Live Online

If you are unable to travel to Coimbatore, the Isha Mahashivratri event is streamed live on the official isha.sadhguru.org. You can watch the performances and join the guided meditations remotely through the webstream. 

3. Television Broadcast

The Isha Mahashivratri celebrations are also telecast live on major television channels. So, you can watch the event live on TV from home.

4. Volunteer At The Event

There is also an option to volunteer at the Isha Mahashivratri event. But this option is open to those aged 18 or older and to those who have completed the Inner Engineering program, including Shambhavi Mahamudra Kriya.

The Isha Yoga Center, where Isha Mahashivratri 2026 is held, is located about 30 km from Coimbatore city. Coimbatore is well connected by air, rail, and road, so you can reach the Yoga Centre in one of the following ways:

If you cannot go to Coimbatore, you can also attend the Mahashivratri celebrations happening at the Isha Foundation in Bengaluru (Sadhuguru Sannidhi) or any other centres.

But if you are planning to go to Coimbatore for Isha Mahashivratri, you can book your bus tickets through redBus. You can check routes, compare travel times, and reserve your seat easily on the redBus website or app.