We are stepping into this new year and it’s time to mark our calendars and plan for the exciting holidays and festivities that lie ahead. This year promises to be a year filled with joy, celebration, and cultural significance for us and people across India. From national holidays that unite the entire nation to regional festivals that showcase the diversity of our country, there is something for everyone to look forward to. In this article, we present to you a curated list of holidays in 2024, ensuring that you never miss an opportunity to celebrate and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Indian culture. Some of these festivals are new-found events considering so many states and regions have their own unique occasion to celebrate. So, get ready to mark your leaves, make travel plans, and embrace the spirit of celebration as we navigate through the year together.
Just to give you a heads up, remember that there are only three national holidays declared by the Government of India: Republic Day (26 January), Independence Day (15 August), and Gandhi Jayanti (2 October).
Holiday List 2024
Month | Date | Day | Holiday / Occasion | Details |
January | 5 January 2024 | Friday | Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh Guru, known for his contributions to Sikhism and valor. |
January | 11 January 2024 | Thursday | Missionary Day | A day dedicated to honoring the work and contributions of missionaries in spreading religious teachings and providing humanitarian aid. |
January | 12 January 2024 | Friday | Swami Vivekananda’s Birthday | Celebration of the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, a key figure in the introduction of Indian philosophies of Vedanta and Yoga to the Western world. |
January | 13 January 2024 | Saturday | Second Saturday | |
January | 14 January 2024 | Sunday | Lohri | A Punjabi festival celebrated with bonfires, music, and dance, marking the end of winter and the onset of longer days. |
January | 14 January 2024 | Sunday | Pongal (Bhogi Pongal) First Day / Bhogi | The first day of the Pongal festival, celebrated in Tamil Nadu with the ritualistic disposal of old belongings, symbolizing renewal and purification. |
January | 15 January 2024 | Monday | Makar Sankranti / Uttarayana Punya Kaala Sankranthi Festival | A Hindu festival celebrating the transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn, marking the onset of longer days and the harvesting season. |
January | 15 January 2024 | Monday | Maghe Sankranti | A Nepali festival marking the first day of the month of Magh, celebrated with rituals, feasting, and kite flying. |
January | 16 January 2024 | Tuesday | Bhogali Bihu/ Magh Bihu | A harvest festival celebrated in Assam with feasting, traditional dances, and cultural performances. |
January | 16 January 2024 | Tuesday | Thiruvalluvar Day | Commemoration of Thiruvalluvar, a Tamil poet and philosopher known for his work, Thirukkural. |
January | 17 January 2024 | Wednesday | Uzhavar Thirunal | A festival in Tamil Nadu celebrating farmers and agriculture, thanking them for their hard work and the harvest. |
January | 17 January 2024 | Wednesday | Pongal (Kaanum Pongal) Last Day | The final day of the Pongal festival, known for family gatherings, picnics, and outings. |
January | 22 January 2024 | Monday | Imoinu Iratpa | A Manipuri festival celebrating the coming of spring, marked by rituals, dances, and feasting. |
January | 23 January 2024 | Tuesday | Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose’s Birthday | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, a prominent figure in the Indian independence movement. |
January | 23 January 2024 | Tuesday | Gaan-Ngai | A festival celebrated by the Zeliangrong people of Manipur and Nagaland, featuring traditional dances, music, and religious ceremonies. |
January | 25 January 2024 | Thursday | Thaipusam/ Thaipoosam | A Tamil Hindu festival observed in honor of Lord Murugan, marked by devotees performing various acts of devotion, including piercing of the body with skewers. |
January | 26 January 2024 | Friday | Republic Day | India’s national holiday commemorating the adoption of the Constitution of India, celebrated with grand parades, cultural events, and patriotic fervor. |
January | 27 January 2024 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday | |
January | 31 January 2024 | Wednesday | Me-Dam-Me-Phi | An Assamese festival honoring the departed ancestors, observed by the Tai-Ahom community. |
February | 7 February 2024 | Wednesday | Dosmoche | A Ladakhi festival featuring masked dances and rituals to drive away evil spirits and usher in peace and prosperity. |
February | 10 February 2024 | Saturday | Second Saturday | |
February | 14 February 2024 | Wednesday | Valentines Day | A global celebration of love and affection, observed on February 14th each year. |
February | 14 February 2024 | Wednesday | Basant Panchami/ Vasant Panchami | A Hindu festival dedicated to Saraswati, the goddess of learning and wisdom, celebrated with prayers, rituals, and kite flying. |
February | 15 February 2024 | Thursday | Lui Ngai Ni | A Naga festival celebrated by the Tangkhul Naga tribe of Manipur, marking the arrival of spring. |
February | 16 February 2024 | Friday | Ratha Saptami | A Hindu festival observed in honor of the Sun God, Surya, celebrated with special rituals and prayers. |
February | 19 February 2024 | Monday | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of the Maratha Empire. |
February | 20 February 2024 | Tuesday | Mizoram State Day | Commemoration of the establishment of the state of Mizoram on February 20, 1987. |
February | 20 February 2024 | Tuesday | Arunachal Pradesh Statehood Day | Celebration of the formation of the state of Arunachal Pradesh on February 20, 1987. |
February | 24 February 2024 | Saturday | Guru Ravidas Jayanthi | Observance of the birth anniversary of Guru Ravidas, a revered saint and poet in the Bhakti movement. |
February | 24 February 2024 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday | |
March | 1 March 2024 | Friday | Chapchar Kut | A Mizo festival celebrated to welcome spring, marked by traditional dances, music, and feasting. |
March | 8 March 2024 | Friday | Maha Shivrathri | A Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva, observed with fasting, night-long vigils, and prayers. |
March | 9 March 2024 | Saturday | Second Saturday | |
March | 20 March 2024 | Wednesday | Nauroz/ Nowruz/ Navroz | Persian New Year celebrated by various communities, symbolizing rebirth and renewal. |
March | 22 March 2024 | Friday | Bihar Day / Bihar Diwas | Commemoration of the formation of the state of Bihar on March 22, 1912. |
March | 23 March 2024 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday | |
March | 23 March 2024 | Saturday | Shaheedi Diwas | A day to honor the sacrifices of martyrs, particularly in the Sikh tradition. |
March | 24 March 2024 | Sunday | Holika Dahan | The eve of Holi, marked by the ritualistic burning of bonfires to symbolize the victory of good over evil. |
March | 25 March 2024 | Monday | Holi / Rang Panchami | A Hindu festival celebrated with vibrant colors, water play, and joyous revelry, marking the arrival of spring. |
March | 25 March 2024 | Monday | Dol Jatra | A Bengali festival celebrating the divine love of Radha and Krishna, observed with the throwing of colored powders and water. |
March | 25 March 2024 | Monday | Yaosang | A Manipuri festival featuring traditional dances, sports, and cultural events, celebrated over five days. |
March | 27 March 2024 | Wednesday | Holi Bhai Dooj | A day to strengthen the bond between brothers and sisters, observed two days after Holi. |
March | 29 March 2024 | Friday | Good Friday | Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. |
March | 31 March 2024 | Sunday | Easter | Christian holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. |
April | 1 April 2024 | Monday | Odisha Day/ Utkala Dibasa | Commemoration of the formation of the state of Odisha on April 1, 1936. |
April | 1 April 2024 | Monday | Yearly closing of bank accounts | A banking holiday marking the end of the fiscal year for banks. |
April | 5 April 2024 | Friday | Babu Jag Jivan Ram’s Birthday | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Babu Jagjivan Ram, an Indian independence activist and politician. |
April | 5 April 2024 | Friday | Jumat-ul-Vida | The last Friday of Ramadan, observed as a special day of prayer by Muslims. |
April | 6 April 2024 | Saturday | Shab-I-Qadr | A night of great significance in Islam, believed to be when the Quran was first revealed to Prophet Muhammad. |
April | 9 April 2024 | Tuesday | Ugadi / Yugadi | The Telugu and Kannada New Year, celebrated with rituals, prayers, and festive meals. |
April | 9 April 2024 | Tuesday | Gudi Padwa | The Marathi New Year, marked by the raising of Gudi (a flag) and traditional rituals. |
April | 9 April 2024 | Tuesday | Cheti Chand | The Sindhi New Year, celebrated with prayers, offerings, and community gatherings. |
April | 11 April 2024 | Wednesday | Eid al-Fitr | Islamic festival marking the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting. |
April | 13 April 2024 | Saturday | Baisakhi / Vaisakhi | Sikh and Hindu festival celebrated in Punjab and other regions, marking the harvest season and the Sikh New Year. |
April | 13 April 2024 | Saturday | Second Saturday | |
April | 14 April 2024 | Sunday | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution and a social reformer. |
April | 14 April 2024 | Sunday | Vishu | The Malayalam New Year, celebrated with rituals, feasting, and cultural events. |
April | 14 April 2024 | Sunday | Bohag Bihu / Goru Bihu/ Rongali Bihu / Xaat Bihu | Assamese New Year festival, celebrated with cultural events, feasting, and traditional dances. |
April | 14 April 2024 | Sunday | Garia Puja | A tribal festival celebrated by the Garo community in Assam, offering prayers for a good harvest and prosperity. |
April | 15 April 2024 | Monday | Himachal Day | Commemoration of the formation of the state of Himachal Pradesh on April 15, 1948. |
April | 15 April 2024 | Monday | Pohela Boishakh | Bengali New Year, celebrated with cultural events, processions, and traditional foods. |
April | 17 April 2024 | Wednesday | Ram Navami | Hindu festival celebrating the birth anniversary of Lord Rama, marked with prayers and devotional songs. |
April | 19 April 2024 | Friday | Thrissur Pooram | Thrissur Pooram is an annual Hindu temple festival held in Thrissur, Kerala, India |
April | 21 April 2024 | Sunday | Mahavir Jayanthi | Jain festival commemorating the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara. |
April | 23 April 2024 | Tuesday | Basava Jayanti | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Basavanna, a 12th-century philosopher and social reformer. |
April | 23 April 2024 | Tuesday | Hanuman Jayanti | Hindu festival celebrating the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman, known for his devotion and strength. |
April | 27 April 2024 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday | |
May | 1 May 2024 | Wednesday | Labour Day/ May Day | International Workers’ Day, honoring the contributions of workers and advocating for labor rights. |
May | 1 May 2024 | Wednesday | Maharashtra Day | Commemoration of the formation of the state of Maharashtra on May 1, 1960. |
May | 1 May 2024 | Wednesday | Gujarat Day | Commemoration of the formation of the state of Gujarat on May 1, 1960. |
May | 7 May 2024 | Tuesday | Rabindranath Tagore’s Birthday | Celebration of the birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore, a renowned poet, and Nobel laureate. |
May | 9 May 2024 | Thursday | Maharana Pratap Jayanti | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Maharana Pratap, a Rajput king known for his valor and resistance against Mughal rule. |
May | 10 May 2024 | Friday | Akshaya Tritiya | Hindu festival observed for prosperity and success, considered auspicious for starting new ventures. |
May | 10 May 2024 | Friday | Maharshi Parasuram Jayanti | Celebration of the birth anniversary of Maharshi Parasuram, one of the Dashavatara of Lord Vishnu. |
May | 11 May 2024 | Saturday | Second Saturday | |
May | 16 May 2024 | Thursday | Sikkim State Day | A recurring observance, typically a day off work or school on the second Saturday of each month. |
May | 23 May 2024 | Thursday | Buddha Purnima | A festival that celebrates Gautama Buddha’s birth, enlightenment and death (c. 563-483 BC). It is celebrated on the full moon day of the Vaisakha month of the Buddhist calendar. |
May | 25 May 2024 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday | |
May | 25 May 2024 | Saturday | Kazi Nazrul Islam Jayanti | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Kazi Nazrul Islam, a Bengali poet, musician, and revolutionary. |
June | 2 June 2024 | Sunday | Telangana Formation Day | Celebration of the formation of the state of Telangana on June 2, 2014. |
June | 3 June 2024 | Monday | Sri Guru Arjun Dev Ji’s Martyrdom Day | Commemoration of the martyrdom of Sri Guru Arjun Dev Ji, the fifth Sikh Guru. |
June | 4 June 2024 | Tuesday | Kabir Jayanti | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Sant Kabir, a mystic poet and saint, known for his devotional poetry. |
June | 8 June 2024 | Saturday | Second Saturday | |
June | 14 June 2024 | Friday | Raja Parba / Mithuna Sankranti | A festival celebrated in Odisha to honor womanhood, fertility, and menstruation, with rituals and cultural events. |
June | 17 June 2024 | Monday | Eid al-Adha | Islamic festival commemorating the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God. |
June | 19 June 2024 | Wednesday | Guru Hargobind Ji’s birthday | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Guru Hargobind Ji, the sixth Sikh Guru known for his valor and military leadership. |
June | 22 June 2024 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday | |
June | 30 June 2024 | Sunday | Behdienkhlam | A festival celebrated by the Pnar people of Meghalaya, featuring traditional dances, music, and rituals to ward off evil spirits. |
July | 7 July 2024 | Sunday | Rath Yatra / Rath Jatra | Hindu festival celebrated with grand processions, particularly in Puri, Odisha, to honor Lord Jagannath. |
July | 7 July 2024 | Sunday | Bonalu | Telugu festival celebrated in honor of the goddess Mahakali, featuring colorful processions and offerings. |
July | 9 July 2024 | Tuesday | Drukpa Teshi / Drukpa Tshechi | Bhutanese festival commemorating the first teaching given by Buddha Shakyamuni in the human realm. |
July | 13 July 2024 | Saturday | Second Saturday | |
July | 13 July 2024 | Saturday | Bhanu Jayanti | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Bhanubhakta Acharya, the first poet of Nepal and the writer of Nepal’s national anthem. |
July | 13 July 2024 | Saturday | Martyrs’ Day | A day to honor those who sacrificed their lives for the country’s independence or security. |
July | 14 July 2024 | Sunday | Kharchi Puja | A Hindu festival celebrated in Tripura, dedicated to the worship of the fourteen gods. |
July | 17 July 2024 | Wednesday | Muharram | Islamic New Year and remembrance of the martyrdom of Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad. |
July | 17 July 2024 | Wednesday | U Tirot Sing Day | Commemoration of the death anniversary of U Tirot Sing, a Khasi leader known for his resistance against British rule. |
July | 27 July 2024 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday | |
July | 29 July 2024 | Monday | Ker Puja | A tribal festival celebrated by the Pnar people of Meghalaya, dedicated to the worship of the god Ker. |
July | 31 July 2024 | Wednesday | Shaheed Udham Singh Martyrdom day | Commemoration of the death anniversary of Shaheed Udham Singh, an Indian freedom fighter known for his assassination of Michael O’Dwyer. |
August | 7 August 2024 | Wednesday | Haryali Teej | A Hindu festival celebrated by married women, marked by fasting, prayers, and rituals for marital bliss. |
August | 8 August 2024 | Thursday | Tendong Lho Rumfaat | A festival celebrated by the Lepcha community of Sikkim, honoring Mount Tendong and seeking protection from natural calamities. |
August | 9 August 2024 | Friday | Nag Panchami | Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of snakes, particularly the cobra, with offerings and prayers. |
August | 10 August 2024 | Saturday | Second Saturday | |
August | 15 August 2024 | Thursday | Independence Day | National holiday commemorating India’s independence from British rule on August 15, 1947. |
August | 16 August 2024 | Friday | Puducherry De Jure Transfer Day | Commemoration of the transfer of Pondicherry (now Puducherry) to India from French rule on August 16, 1962. |
August | 19 August 2024 | Monday | Raksha Bandhan | Hindu festival celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters, marked by the tying of a protective thread (rakhi) and exchange of gifts. |
August | 19 August 2024 | Monday | Jhulan Purnima | A Vaishnavite festival celebrated with swinging deities, particularly Lord Krishna and Radha, marking the divine couple’s playful pastimes. |
August | 20 August 2024 | Tuesday | Sree Narayana Guru Jayanthi | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Sree Narayana Guru, a social reformer and spiritual leader in Kerala. |
August | 24 August 2024 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday | |
August | 25 August 2024 | Sunday | Chehlum | A Shia Muslim observance marking the end of the 40-day mourning period following the martyrdom of Imam Hussain. |
August | 26 August 2024 | Monday | Krishna Janmashtami/ Krishnashtami /Janmashtami/ Gokulashtami | Hindu festival celebrating the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna, marked with fasting, singing, and reenactments of his life events. |
August | 28 August 2024 | Wednesday | Parkash Utsav Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji | Sikh festival commemorating the first installation of the Guru Granth Sahib, the holy scripture of Sikhism. |
September | 5 September 2024 | Thursday | Onam (Atham) First Day | A harvest festival celebrated in Kerala, beginning with the Atham star, featuring boat races, dances, and floral decorations (pookalam). |
September | 6 September 2024 | Friday | Hartalika Teej | A Hindu festival observed by women seeking marital bliss and longevity for their husbands, marked by fasting, prayers, and rituals. |
September | 7 September 2024 | Saturday | Ganesh Chaturthi | Festival as a tribute to celebrate Lord Ganesha (Ganpati). |
September | 7 September 2024 | Saturday | Samvatsari | A Jain festival of forgiveness and spiritual reflection observed on the last day of Paryushana, the holy period of fasting and repentance. |
September | 8 September 2024 | Sunday | Nuakhai | A harvest festival celebrated in Western Odisha, marked by rituals, feasting, and community gatherings. |
September | 13 September 2024 | Friday | Teja Dashmi | A Hindu festival celebrated in Rajasthan, commemorating the victory of Lord Shiva over the demon Jalandhara. |
September | 14 September 2024 | Saturday | Onam (Thiruvonam) Last Day | The final day of the Onam festival in Kerala, featuring grand feasts, cultural performances, and boat races. |
September | 14 September 2024 | Saturday | Second Saturday | |
September | 15 September 2024 | Sunday | Mawlid/ Eid-e-Milad an-Nabi | Islamic festival commemorating the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad, marked with prayers, processions, and charity. |
September | 17 September 2024 | Tuesday | Vishwakarma Puja | Hindu festival honoring Vishwakarma, the divine architect, celebrated by artisans, craftsmen, and industrial workers. |
September | 17 September 2024 | Tuesday | Indrajatra/ Yenya | A Newar festival celebrated in Kathmandu, Nepal, featuring chariot processions, mask dances, and religious rituals. |
September | 17 September 2024 | Tuesday | Pitri Paksha/Pitr-Paksha, Pitri Pokkho, Sorah Shraddha, Kanagat, Jitiya, Mahalaya, Apara Paksha, Akhadpak | A sixteen-day period in Hindu lunar month of Bhadrapada dedicated to honoring and appeasing the spirits of ancestors through rituals and offerings. Till 2nd October, 2024 Wednesday. |
September | 18 September 2024 | Wednesday | Pang-Lhabsol | A festival celebrated by the Lepcha community of Sikkim, honoring Mount Kanchenjunga and seeking protection from natural calamities. |
September | 20 September 2024 | Friday | Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi | Commemoration of the death anniversary of Sree Narayana Guru, a social reformer and spiritual leader in Kerala. |
September | 23 September 2024 | Monday | Heroes’ Martyrdom Day | A day to honor the sacrifices of freedom fighters and martyrs, particularly in the context of India’s struggle for independence. |
September | 23 September 2024 | Monday | Maharaja Hari Singh Ji’s Birthday | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Maharaja Hari Singh of Jammu and Kashmir. |
September | 26 September 2024 | Thursday | Ramdev Jayanti | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Ramdev Pir, a Hindu folk deity revered as a saint and miracle worker. |
September | 28 September 2024 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday | A floral festival celebrated by the women of Telangana, featuring the arrangement of colorful flowers in the form of a conical shape. |
October | 1 October 2024 | Tuesday | Bathukamma | A floral festival celebrated by the women of Telangana, featuring the arrangement of colorful flowers in the form of a conical shape. |
October | 2 October 2024 | Wednesday | Gandhi Jayanti | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the leader of the Indian independence movement. |
October | 3 October 2024 | Thursday | Navratri | till 12th October, 2024, Saturday. |
October | 3 October 2024 | Thursday | Ghatasthapana | The first day of Navratri, marking the beginning of the nine-day festival dedicated to Goddess Durga. |
October | 9 October 2024 | Wednesday | Durga Puja | A major Hindu festival celebrating the victory of Goddess Durga over the buffalo demon Mahishasura, marked with elaborate pandals and cultural events. |
October | 10 October 2024 | Thursday | Maha Saptami | The seventh day of Durga Puja, dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga and marked with elaborate rituals. |
October | 11 October 2024 | Friday | Durga Ashtami/ Maha Navami / Maha Ashtami | The eighth or ninth day of Durga Puja, dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga and marked with special rituals and offerings. |
October | 12 October 2024 | Saturday | Vijaya Dashami / Dussehra | Hindu festival celebrating the victory of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana, marked with effigy burning (Ravana Dahan) and processions. |
October | 12 October 2024 | Saturday | Second Saturday | |
October | 12 October 2024 | Saturday | Ayudha Puja | A Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of tools, weapons, and vehicles, observed on the ninth day of Navratri. |
October | 15 October 2024 | Tuesday | Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Maharaja Agrasen, a legendary king and the progenitor of the Agarwal community. |
October | 17 October 2024 | Thursday | Kati Bihu | A festival celebrated in Assam during the month of Kartik, marking the completion of paddy transplantation and seeking blessings for a good harvest. |
October | 17 October 2024 | Thursday | Pargat Diwas/ Valmiki Jayanti | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Maharishi Valmiki, the author of the Hindu epic Ramayana. |
October | 20 October 2024 | Sunday | Karwa Chauth | Hindu festival observed by married women, marked by fasting and prayers for the long life and well-being of their husbands. |
October | 26 October 2024 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday | |
October | 26 October 2024 | Saturday | Jammu and Kashmir Accession day | Commemoration of the accession of Jammu and Kashmir to India on October 26, 1947. |
October | 29 October 2024 | Tuesday | Dhanteras | Hindu festival marking the beginning of the five-day Diwali festival, dedicated to wealth and prosperity. |
October | 31 October 2024 | Thursday | Narak Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali) | The second day of Diwali, observed by lighting lamps to drive away darkness and evil spirits. |
October | 31 October 2024 | Thursday | Kali Puja | Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of Goddess Kali, celebrated on the new moon day of the Hindu lunar month of Kartik. |
October | 31 October 2024 | Thursday | Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s Birthday | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a key figure in the Indian independence movement and the integration of princely states. |
November | 1 November 2024 | Friday | Diwali (Laxmi Pooja) / Lakshmi Puja | Hindu festival of lights, celebrated with the worship of Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity. |
November | 1 November 2024 | Friday | Andhra Pradesh Statehood Day | Commemoration of the formation of the state of Chhattisgarh on November 1, 2000. |
November | 1 November 2024 | Friday | Chhattisgarh Rajyotsava | Commemoration of the formation of the state of Chhattisgarh on November 1, 2000. |
November | 1 November 2024 | Friday | Haryana Day | Commemoration of the formation of the state of Haryana on November 1, 1966. |
November | 1 November 2024 | Friday | Kannada Rajyothsava | Commemoration of the formation of the state of Karnataka on November 1, 1956. |
November | 1 November 2024 | Friday | Puducherry Liberation Day | Commemoration of the liberation of Puducherry from French rule on November 1, 1954. |
November | 2 November 2024 | Saturday | Govardhan Puja | Hindu festival celebrated on the fourth day of Diwali, dedicated to the worship of Lord Krishna and the Govardhan Hill. |
November | 3 November 2024 | Sunday | Bhai Dooj/ Bhai Tika/ Bhaubeej/ Bhai Beej/ Bhai Phonta/ Bhratri Dwitiya | Hindu festival celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters, marked by rituals, prayers, and the exchange of gifts. |
November | 3 November 2024 | Sunday | Ningol Chakouba | A Manipuri festival celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters, marked by gifts and feasting. |
November | 7 November 2024 | Thursday | Chhath Puja (Sandhya Arghya) | Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of the Sun God, Surya, observed with fasting, prayers, and rituals performed near water bodies. |
November | 8 November 2024 | Friday | Chhath Puja (Usha Arghya) | The concluding day of Chhath Puja, marked by offering prayers to the rising sun and breaking the fast. |
November | 8 November 2024 | Friday | Wangala | A Garo tribal festival celebrated in Meghalaya, marking the end of the agricultural season with music, dance, and merrymaking. |
November | 9 November 2024 | Saturday | Second Saturday | |
November | 15 November 2024 | Friday | Guru Nanak Jayanti | Sikh festival celebrating the birth of the first Sikh Guru |
November | 15 November 2024 | Friday | Kanakadasa Jayanthi | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Kanakadasa, a poet, philosopher, and devotee of Lord Krishna. |
November | 15 November 2024 | Friday | Kartika Purnima | Hindu festival celebrated on the full moon day of the Hindu lunar month of Kartika, marked with rituals and bathing in holy rivers. |
November | 15 November 2024 | Friday | Rasa Purnima / Rahasa Purnima | A Vaishnavite festival celebrating the divine love of Radha and Krishna, observed with singing, dancing, and offering of special dishes. |
November | 22 November 2024 | Friday | Lhabab Duchen | Buddhist festival commemorating significant events in the life of Gautama Buddha, observed on the 22nd day of the ninth month of the Tibetan calendar. |
November | 23 November 2024 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday | |
November | 28 November 2024 | Thursday | Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji’s Martyrdom Day | Commemoration of the martyrdom of Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji, the ninth Sikh Guru, known for his defense of religious freedom and martyrdom. |
December | 1 December 2024 | Sunday | Nagaland State Inauguration Day | Commemoration of the inauguration of the state of Nagaland on December 1, 1963. |
December | 1 December 2024 | Sunday | Indigenous Faith Day | A day to promote and celebrate the indigenous religions and cultures of India. |
December | 2 December 2024 | Monday | Asom Day | Commemoration of the formation of the state of Assam on December 2, 1963. |
December | 3 December 2024 | Tuesday | Feast of St. Francis Xavier | Commemoration of the death anniversary of St. Francis Xavier, a Christian missionary and co-founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits). |
December | 14 December 2024 | Saturday | Second Saturday | |
December | 18 December 2024 | Wednesday | Guru Ghasidas Jayanti | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Guru Ghasidas, a saint, social reformer, and founder of the Satnami sect in central India. |
December | 19 December 2024 | Thursday | Goa Liberation Day | Commemoration of the liberation of Goa from Portuguese rule on December 19, 1961. |
December | 25 December 2024 | Wednesday | Christmas Day | A day celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. |
December | 26 December 2024 | Thursday | Shaheed Udham Singh Jayanti | Commemoration of the birth anniversary of Shaheed Udham Singh, an Indian revolutionary known for avenging the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. |
December | 28 December 2024 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday | |
December | 31 December 2024 | Saturday | Losoong / Namsoong | A Sikkimese festival marking the end of the harvest season and the beginning of the new year, celebrated with traditional dances and feasting. |
Long weekend holidays in 2024
Here’s a combination of consecutive long weekend holidays consisting of Fridays and Mondays, considering Saturdays off for you and some of these regional festivals or occasions might be applicable to you. Some of these upcoming holidays in 2024 are not a holiday in other parts of the country. Also, please check some of these unique festivals in the table above to see what those festivals are about.
January 5, 6, and 7 – Friday (Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti), Saturday, and Sunday
January 13, 14, and 15 – Saturday, Sunday, and Monday ( Makar Sankranti / Uttarayana Punya Kaala Sankranthi Festival)
January 26, 27, and 28 – Friday (Republic day), Saturday, and Sunday
March 8,9 and 10 – Friday (Maha Shivratri), Saturday, and Sunday
March 22, 23, and 24 – Friday (Bihar Diwas), Saturday, and Sunday
March 23, 24, and 25 – Saturday, Sunday, and Monday (Holi / Rang Panchami)
March 29, 30 and 31 – Friday (good Friday), Saturday and Sunday
March 30, 31, and April 1 – Saturday, Sunday, and Monday (Odisha Day/ Utkala Dibasa)
May 10, 11, and 12 – Friday (Akshaya Tritiya), Saturday, and Sunday
June 15, 16, and 17 – Saturday, Sunday, and Monday (Eid-al-Adha / Bakri Eid)
June 17,18, and 19 – Friday (Eid-ul Zuha/ Bakri Id), Saturday, and Sunday
July 27, 28, and 29 – Saturday, Sunday, and Monday (Ker Puja)
August 9,10, and 11 – Friday (Nag Panchami), Saturday, and Sunday
August 16, 17, and 18 – Friday ( Puducherry De Jure Transfer Day), Saturday, and Sunday
August 17, 18 and 19 – Saturday, Sunday, and Monday (Raksha Bandhan)
August 24, 25, and 26 – Saturday, Sunday, and Monday (Krishna Janmashtami/ Krishnashtami /Janmashtami/ Gokulashtami)
October 11, 12, and 13 – Friday (Maha Navami), Saturday, and Sunday
November 1, 2, and 3 – Friday (Diwali (Laxmi Pooja) / Lakshmi Puja, Andhra Pradesh Statehood Day, Chhattisgarh Rajyotsava, Haryana Day, Kannada Rajyothsava, Puducherry Liberation Day), Saturday, and Sunday
November 8,9, and 10 – Friday(Chhath Pooja), Saturday, and Sunday
November 15,16, and 17 – Friday (Guru Nanak Jayanti), Saturday, and Sunday
November 30, December 1, and 2 – Saturday, Sunday, and Monday (Asom Day)
Top celebrated festivals in India
Diwali (Deepavali): Known as the Festival of Lights, it symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and is celebrated with fireworks, lighting oil lamps, exchanging sweets, and family gatherings.
Holi: The Festival of Colors, celebrated by throwing colored powders and water at each other, symbolizing the arrival of spring and the triumph of good over evil.
Durga Puja: A major Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga, featuring elaborate pandals (temporary structures), cultural performances, and rituals.
Navratri: A nine-night Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga in her various forms, celebrated with fasting, prayers, and traditional dance forms like Garba and Dandiya Raas.
Eid al-Fitr: A Muslim festival marking the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting, celebrated with prayers, feasting, and the giving of gifts and charity.
Christmas: Celebrated by Christians across India, commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, featuring church services, carol singing, exchanging gifts, and festive meals.
Ganesh Chaturthi: A Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha, marked by the installation of clay idols, prayers, rituals, and colorful processions before immersion in water bodies.
Eid al-Adha: Also known as Bakrid, it’s a Muslim festival commemorating the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God, celebrated with prayers, feasting, and the sacrifice of animals.
Makar Sankranti / Pongal / Lohri: Celebrated under different names in various parts of India, it marks the end of the winter solstice and the beginning of longer days, celebrated with kite flying, bonfires, traditional sweets, and harvest rituals.
Raksha Bandhan: A Hindu festival celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters, marked by the tying of a protective thread (rakhi) by sisters on their brothers’ wrists, symbolizing love and protection.
Ten unique festivals that are celebrated in India that you might not have heard of
Hornbill Festival: This festival is celebrated by the Nagaland tribes, it showcases the cultural heritage of the Naga people through traditional dances, music, and crafts.
Ziro Festival of Music: Held in the Ziro Valley of Arunachal Pradesh, it’s an outdoor music festival featuring indie, folk, and electronic music amid stunning natural surroundings.
Hemis Tsechu: A Buddhist festival celebrated in the Hemis Monastery in Ladakh, featuring masked dances, prayers, and rituals to honor Guru Padmasambhava.
Tuluni Festival: Observed by the Sumi Naga tribe of Nagaland, it’s a post-harvest festival marked by feasting, singing, dancing, and traditional games.
Shoton Festival: Celebrated in Ladakh, it marks the end of the monks’ retreat during the Tibetan month of Sho, featuring the unveiling of giant thangkas (religious paintings) and cultural performances.
Kalpathi Ratholsavam: A chariot festival held in Kalpathi, Kerala, featuring decorated temple chariots pulled through the streets amidst traditional music and rituals.
Kila Raipur Sports Festival: Also known as the Rural Olympics, it’s held in Punjab and features traditional rural sports like bullock cart racing, tug-of-war, and wrestling.
Chapchar Kut: Celebrated by the Mizos in Mizoram, it’s a harvest festival featuring traditional dances, music, and feasting.
Onam (Thrikarthika): A lesser-known aspect of the Onam festival celebrated in Kerala, it involves lighting lamps and arranging them in intricate patterns in homes and temples.
Poush Mela: Held in Shantiniketan, West Bengal, it’s a fair celebrating the winter harvest season with folk music, dance performances, and traditional arts and crafts.
Other famous occasions that are well known amongst public are Thrissur Pooram and Rann Utsav (Rann of Kutch Festival)
For Rann Utsav
Currently available date for Rann Utsav in 2024
JANUARY 2024
24-25-26 January 2024 – Full Moon
FEBRUARY 2024
23-24-25 February 2024 – Full Moon
March 2024
23-24-25-26 March 2024 – Holi and Full Moon
April 2024
23-24-25 April 2024 – Full Moon
For Thrissur Pooram
2024 April 13 – Thrissur Pooram Kodiyettam
2024 April 17 – Sample Fireworks
2024 April 19 – Thrissur Pooram
2024 April 20 – Morning Fireworks & Noon Farewell
