When Is Mazu's Birthday? Dates for 2026–2035
Mazu, goddess of the sea, formally the Holy Mother in Heaven, is said to be Lin Moniang of Meizhou in Song-dynasty Fujian. She protects seafarers and local communities and is one of the most widely worshipped deities in Taiwan.
Mazu's Birthday, 2026–2035
| Lunar year | 3rd month, day 23 (Gregorian) |
|---|---|
| 2026 (Horse) | Sat, May 9, 2026 |
| 2027 (Goat) | Thu, Apr 29, 2027 |
| 2028 (Monkey) | Mon, Apr 17, 2028 |
| 2029 (Rooster) | Sun, May 6, 2029 |
| 2030 (Dog) | Thu, Apr 25, 2030 |
| 2031 (Pig) | Mon, Apr 14, 2031 |
| 2032 (Rat) | Sun, May 2, 2032 |
| 2033 (Ox) | Fri, Apr 22, 2033 |
| 2034 (Tiger) | Thu, May 11, 2034 |
| 2035 (Rabbit) | Mon, Apr 30, 2035 |
Converted by our calendar engine. The 9th month, day 9 marks her ascension.
How it is kept in Taiwan
- The 3rd lunar month is "Mazu madness" season, with pilgrimages and processions all over the island.
- The Dajia Mazu pilgrimage and the Baishatun Mazu walking pilgrimage draw huge crowds of followers.
- The 9th month, day 9 marks her ascension to heaven.
Jenn Lann Temple in Dajia, Taichung, Chaotian Temple in Beigang, Yunlin, and Gongtian Temple in Baishatun, Miaoli, are famous Mazu temples. For ways and times of worship, go by each temple's own announcements.
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A common misconception
Mazu's Birthday is the day of the big procession.
Each temple sets its procession dates by casting moon blocks. They usually fall in the 3rd lunar month, but not necessarily on day 23 itself.
Other deity birthdays
A straight word: this is a folk-religion calendar
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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Mazu's Birthday: common questions
When is Mazu's Birthday in 2026?
Sat, May 9, 2026. In 2027 it falls on Thu, Apr 29, 2027.
What lunar date is Mazu's Birthday?
The 3rd lunar month, day 23. The 9th month, day 9 marks her ascension.