Exciting Long Weekends and Holidays in 2026
Overview of 2026 Long Weekends
2026 Long Weekend Holiday List: As we approach the end of 2025, many are gearing up for New Year's Eve celebrations. However, attention is also shifting towards the long weekends in 2026. Continuous work can take a toll on both mental and physical health, making short breaks vital for rejuvenation. January offers two long weekends, perfect for planning a getaway. Below is the holiday calendar for 2026, highlighting the long weekends in January.
January 2026 Long Weekend Details
If you're considering a trip in January, you're in luck with an upcoming long weekend. The first day of the year, January 1st, is a Thursday. By taking a day off on Friday, January 2nd, you can enjoy a long weekend that includes Saturday and Sunday (January 3rd-4th). This allows you to kick off the year with a delightful break alongside family and friends. The second long weekend occurs from January 24th to 26th, encompassing Saturday, Sunday, and the Republic Day holiday on Monday. Make the most of this three-day holiday!
Complete Holiday Calendar for 2026
Complete list of holidays for 2026
January 26, Monday - Republic Day
March 4, Wednesday - Holi
March 21, Saturday - Eid al-Fitr
March 26, Thursday - Ram Navami
March 31, Tuesday - Mahavir Jayanti
April 3, Friday - Good Friday
May 1, Friday - Buddha Purnima
May 27, Wednesday - Bakrid
June 26, Friday - Muharram
August 15, Saturday - Independence Day
August 26, Wednesday - Eid-e-Milad
September 4, Friday - Janmashtami
October 2, Friday - Gandhi Jayanti
October 20, Tuesday - Dussehra
November 8, Sunday - Diwali
November 24, Tuesday - Guru Nanak Jayanti
December 25, Friday - Christmas
Optional Holidays in 2026
Restricted Holidays (Optional Holidays)
January 1, Thursday - New Year
January 3, Saturday - Hazrat Ali's Birthday
January 14, Wednesday - Makar Sankranti
January 14, Wednesday - Pongal/Magha Bihu
January 23, Friday - Basant Panchami
February 1, Sunday - Guru Ravidas Jayanti
February 12, Thursday - Swami Dayanand Jayanti
February 15, Sunday - Mahashivratri
February 19, Thursday - Shivaji Jayanti
March 3, Tuesday - Holika Dahan
March 3, Tuesday - Dola Yatra
March 19, Thursday - Gudi Padwa/Ugadi
March 20, Friday - Jumaat-ul-Vida
April 5, Sunday - Easter
April 14, Tuesday - Vaisakhi
April 15, Wednesday - Vaisakhadi/Bihu
May 9, Saturday - Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti
July 16, Thursday - Rath Yatra
August 15, Saturday - Parsi New Year
August 26, Wednesday - Onam
August 28, Friday - Rakshabandhan
September 14, Monday - Ganesh Chaturthi
October 18, Sunday - Saptami
October 19, Monday - Maha Ashtami
October 20, Tuesday - Mahanavami
October 26, Monday - Valmiki Jayanti
October 29, Thursday - Karva Chauth
November 8, Sunday - Naraka Chaturdashi
November 9, Monday - Govardhan Puja
November 11, Wednesday - Bhai Dooj
November 15, Sunday - Chhath Puja
November 24, Tuesday - Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Day
December 23, Wednesday - Hazrat Ali's Birthday
December 24, Thursday - Christmas Eve