List of Holidays and Important Dates for 2025-26

As we approach a new year, it's important to stay organized and plan ahead. Here’s a detailed list of holidays and significant dates for 2025-26. Mark your calendars to ensure you don't miss out on any important events and vacations!

Holidays and Important Dates

1. 13th March 2025 (Thursday) - Holi (2nd Day): Holi is a popular and significant Hindu festival celebrated as the Festival of Colours, Love, and Spring. It celebrates the eternal and divine love of the deities Radha and Krishna. Additionally, the day signifies the triumph of good over evil, as it commemorates the victory of Vishnu as Narasimha over Hiranyakashipu.

2. 18th April 2025 (Friday) - Good Friday: Good Friday is a Christian holy day observing the crucifixion of Jesus and his death at Calvary. It is observed during Holy Week as part of the Paschal Triduum. It is also known as Black Friday, Holy Friday, Great Friday, Good Friday of the Passion of the Lord, Great and Holy Friday.

3. 29th March 2025 (Saturday) - Gudi Padwa: Gudi Padwa is a spring festival marking the start of the lunisolar new year for Marathi and Konkani Hindus. It is celebrated in and around Maharashtra, Goa & Damaon at the start of Chaitra, the first month of the lunisolar Hindu calendar.

4. 2nd April 2025 (Wednesday) - Eid Ul Fitr: Eid al-Fitr is the earlier of the two official holidays celebrated within Islam. Eid al-Fitr is celebrated by Muslims worldwide because it marks the end of the month-long dawn-to-sunset fasting of Ramadan.

5. 14th April 2025 (Monday) - Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti: Ambedkar Jayanti or Bhim Jayanti is observed on 14 April to commemorate the memory of B. R. Ambedkar, an Indian politician and social reformer. It marks Ambedkar's birthday who was born on 14 April 1891. His birthday is also referred to as 'Equality Day' by some in India.

6. 7th April 2025 (Monday) - Ram Navmi

7. 10th April 2025 (Thursday) - Mahavir Jayanti

8. 1st May 2025 (Thursday) - Maharashtra Day

9. 12th May 2025 (Monday) - Buddha Purnima

10. 7th June 2025 (Saturday) - Eid ul Adha/Eid al-Adha: the Muslim festival marking the culmination of the annual pilgrimage to Mecca and commemorating the sacrifice of Abraham. What is Eid al-Adha the celebration of?

    Eid al-Adha, also known as the 'Celebration of the Offering' is one of the most important occasions in the Muslim calendar. Celebrated on the tenth day of Dhū al-Hijjah (the month of pilgrimage), in the twelfth and final month of the lunar-based Islamic calendar.

11. 6th August 2025 (Wednesday) - Muharram: Muharram is the first month of the Islamic calendar (also known as the Lunar or Hijri calendar). The Islamic calendar is based on 12 lunar months, the sighting of a new moon determines the start of a new month.

12. 15th August 2025 (Friday) - Independence Day / Parsi New Year

13. 30th August 2025 (Saturday) - Raksha Bandhan

14. 5th September 2025 (Friday) - Janmashtami

15. 25th September 2025 (Thursday) - Ganesh Chaturthi

16. 5th October 2025 (Sunday) - Eid-E-Milad: Mawlid, also known as Eid-e-Milad an-Nabi, is an observance of the day when the Islamic prophet Muhammad is reported to have been born. It is commemorated in Rabi' al-Awwal, the third month in the Islamic calendar.

17. 6th October 2025 (Monday) - Anant Chaturdashi

18. 2nd October 2025 (Thursday) - Gandhi Jayanti

19. 1st November 2025 (Saturday) - Dussehra

20. 4th November 2025 (Tuesday) - Diwali

21. 15th November 2025 (Saturday) - Guru Nanak Jayanti

22. 25th December 2025 (Thursday) - Christmas: Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed primarily on December 25 as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of people around the world.

Vacation Periods

• 1st May – 5th June 2025 - Summer Break

• 6th June 2025 - School Reopens

• 7th September – 11th September 2025 - Mid-Term Break

• 20th October – 3rd November 2025 - Diwali Vacation

• 24th December 2025 – 1st January 2026 - Christmas Vacation

Please note that these vacation dates are subject to change. Keep an eye on official announcements for any updates.

Planning Ahead

Having a clear view of holidays and important dates helps in planning your year more effectively. Whether you are scheduling family trips, planning festive celebrations, or balancing work and leisure, knowing these dates ensures smooth planning.

For Students and Parents

Students can use this information to manage their study schedules and ensure they balance their academics with relaxation and family time. Parents can plan vacations and family gatherings during these breaks to make the most of the holidays.

Conclusion

Stay ahead by marking these dates on your calendar. 2025-26 is packed with important holidays and breaks that offer numerous opportunities to celebrate, relax, and rejuvenate. Make the most of these occasions and enjoy a well-planned year.