India Holiday List (2026)

List of upcoming holidays in India .

Good Friday

03 Apr 2026

Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
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  • Attend church services â›Ē
  • Observe a quiet reflection period 🙏
  • Read Bible passages related to the crucifixion 📖
  • Perform acts of kindness 💛

Buddha Purnima

01 May 2026

Celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Gautama Buddha.
upcoming24 days left
  • Meditate for peace and mindfulness 🧘
  • Read teachings of Gautama Buddha 📜
  • Light a candle symbolizing enlightenment đŸ•¯ī¸
  • Practice compassion and generosity 🤝

Eid-ul-Zuha (Bakrid)

27 May 2026

Islamic festival of sacrifice commemorating Prophet Ibrahim's devotion.
upcoming50 days left
  • Participate in Eid prayers 🕌
  • Share meals with neighbors and relatives đŸŊī¸
  • Distribute food among the underprivileged 🤲
  • Reflect on sacrifice and gratitude 🌙

Muharram

26 Jun 2026

Islamic observance marking the martyrdom of Imam Hussain.
upcoming80 days left
  • Attend community gatherings 🕌
  • Reflect on lessons of sacrifice and justice ⚖ī¸
  • Participate in charitable activities 🤝
  • Spend time in prayer and remembrance đŸ•¯ī¸

Independence Day

15 Aug 2026

Commemorates India's independence from British rule in 1947.
upcoming130 days left
  • Attend a flag-hoisting ceremony 🇮đŸ‡ŗ
  • Watch patriotic movies đŸŽŦ
  • Participate in a cleanliness drive â™ģī¸
  • Visit a museum or heritage site 🏛ī¸

Eid-e-Milad

26 Aug 2026

Celebrates the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad.
upcoming141 days left
  • Read about the life of Prophet Muhammad 📖
  • Participate in community prayers 🕌
  • Distribute food to the needy 🍛
  • Decorate your home with green lights đŸŸĸ

Janmashtami

04 Sep 2026

Celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna.
upcoming150 days left
  • Join a Dahi Handi celebration đŸĒŖ
  • Prepare sweets like peda or kheer 🍮
  • Decorate a Jhanki at home ✨
  • Read stories from the Bhagavad Gita 📖

Gandhi Jayanti

02 Oct 2026

Marks the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
upcoming178 days left
  • Read Gandhi's autobiography 📚
  • Practice one Gandhian principle for a day 🕊ī¸
  • Participate in a Swachh Bharat activity â™ģī¸
  • Watch documentaries about India's freedom struggle đŸŽĨ

Dussehra (Vijayadashami)

20 Oct 2026

Celebrates the victory of Lord Rama over Ravana symbolizing triumph of good over evil.
upcoming196 days left
  • Watch a Ramleela performance 🎭
  • Reflect on eliminating negative habits đŸ”Ĩ
  • Attend a Dussehra fair 🎡
  • Teach children the story of Ramayana 📚

Diwali

08 Nov 2026

Festival of lights symbolizing the victory of light over darkness.
upcoming215 days left
  • Decorate home with diyas and rangoli đŸĒ”
  • Perform Lakshmi Puja with family 🙏
  • Host a festive dinner night đŸŊī¸
  • Use eco-friendly lights and fireworks ✨
  • Exchange thoughtful gifts 🎁

Guru Nanak Jayanti

24 Nov 2026

Celebrates the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, founder of Sikhism.
upcoming231 days left
  • Visit a Gurudwara for prayers 🕊ī¸
  • Participate in Langar (community kitchen) 🍲
  • Listen to kirtans 📖
  • Practice Seva (selfless service) ❤ī¸

Christmas Day

25 Dec 2026

Christian festival celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ.
upcoming262 days left
  • Decorate a Christmas tree 🎄
  • Attend midnight mass â›Ē
  • Bake cookies or cake đŸĒ
  • Exchange gifts and celebrate with family 🎁
  • Sing Christmas carols đŸŽļ