When is Maha Shivaratri in 2016?

The date of Maha Shivaratri in 2016 is on Tuesday, March 6th. 

What is Maha Shivaratri?

Maha Shivaratri, or the Night of Shiva, is observed on the 14th day of the dark half of Margasirsa. This special time is a celebration of Lord Shiva’s marriage to Parvati.