When Is Guan Gong's Birthday? Dates for 2026–2035
Guan Gong is Guan Yu, the general of the Three Kingdoms era. Folk religion reveres him as Engong, a god of loyalty and righteousness, and merchants also honor him as a martial God of Wealth.
Guan Gong's Birthday, 2026–2035
| Lunar year | 6th month, day 24 (Gregorian) |
|---|---|
| 2026 (Horse) | Thu, Aug 6, 2026 |
| 2027 (Goat) | Tue, Jul 27, 2027 |
| 2028 (Monkey) | Mon, Aug 14, 2028 |
| 2029 (Rooster) | Fri, Aug 3, 2029 |
| 2030 (Dog) | Wed, Jul 24, 2030 |
| 2031 (Pig) | Mon, Aug 11, 2031 |
| 2032 (Rat) | Fri, Jul 30, 2032 |
| 2033 (Ox) | Wed, Jul 20, 2033 |
| 2034 (Tiger) | Tue, Aug 8, 2034 |
| 2035 (Rabbit) | Sat, Jul 28, 2035 |
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How it is kept in Taiwan
- Many temples hold ceremonies around his birthday.
- Some temples are cutting back on incense and no longer burn joss paper, so check the temple's rules before you go.
Xingtian Temple in Taipei is dedicated to Guan Gong and has removed its incense burners and stopped burning joss paper. For ways and times of worship, go by each temple's own announcements.
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A common misconception
Guan Gong's birthday is the 5th month, day 13.
Some traditions do give the 5th month, day 13; most temples in Taiwan celebrate on the 6th month, day 24.
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Most deity birthdays are dates handed down in popular tradition, and temples and schools sometimes differ. We use the dates most common in Taiwan and work out the Gregorian dates carefully so you can plan ahead. For how to worship, follow the temple's own rules; many temples now encourage less incense and good deeds in place of burning paper money. We make no claims about efficacy, and everything here is for reference and entertainment.
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Guan Gong's Birthday: common questions
When is Guan Gong's Birthday in 2026?
Thu, Aug 6, 2026. In 2027 it falls on Tue, Jul 27, 2027.
What lunar date is Guan Gong's Birthday?
The 6th lunar month, day 24.