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25 public holidays observed in Kerala during 2026. 4 school breaks shape travel demand. 15 long weekend opportunities.

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January 2026

  1. Jan2

    Mannam Jayanthi

    Friday

  2. Jan26

    Republic Day

    Monday

March 2026

  1. Mar4

    Ayya Vaikunda Swami Jayanthi

    Wednesday

  2. Mar20

    Id-ul-Fitr (Ramzan)*

    Friday

April 2026

  1. Apr2

    Maundy Thursday

    Thursday

  2. Apr3

    Good Friday

    Friday

  3. Apr14

    Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Jayanthi

    Tuesday

  4. Apr15

    Vishu

    Wednesday

May 2026

  1. May1

    May Day

    Friday

  2. May27

    Id-ul-Ad’ha (Bakrid)*

    Wednesday

June 2026

  1. Jun25

    Muharram*

    Thursday

August 2026

  1. Aug12

    Karkadaka Vavu

    Wednesday

  2. Aug15

    Independence Day

    Saturday · Weekend

  3. Aug25

    First Onam / Milad-i-Sherif* (Birthday of Prophet Muhammed)

    Tuesday

  4. Aug26

    Thiruvonam

    Wednesday

  5. Aug27

    Third Onam

    Thursday

  6. Aug28

    Fourth Onam / Sree Narayana Guru Jayanthi / Ayyankali Jayanthi

    Friday

  7. Aug28

    Avani Avittom

    Friday

September 2026

  1. Sep4

    Sreekrishna Jayanthi

    Friday

  2. Sep17

    Vishwakarma Day

    Thursday

  3. Sep21

    Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi Day

    Monday

October 2026

  1. Oct2

    Gandhi Jayanti

    Friday

  2. Oct20

    Mahanavami

    Tuesday

  3. Oct21

    Vijayadasami

    Wednesday

December 2026

  1. Dec25
    Christmas Day

    Friday

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Long weekend opportunities

Smart windows to maximize your time off.

Mannam Jayanthi

Jan 2 – 4

3days off
Fri2★
Sat3·
Sun4·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Republic Day

Jan 24 – 26

3days off
Sat24·
Sun25·
Mon26★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Id-ul-Fitr (Ramzan)*

Mar 20 – 22

3days off
Fri20★
Sat21·
Sun22·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Maundy Thursday

Apr 2 – 5

4days off
Thu2★
Fri3★
Sat4·
Sun5·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Jayanthi

Apr 11 – 15

5days off
Sat11·
Sun12·
Mon13↓ off
Tue14★
Wed15★

Take 1 day off → 5-day weekend

May Day

May 1 – 3

3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Muharram*

Jun 25 – 28

4days off
Thu25★
Fri26↓ off
Sat27·
Sun28·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

First Onam / Milad-i-Sherif* (Birthday of Prophet Muhammed)

Aug 22 – 30

9days off
Sat22·
Sun23·
Mon24↓ off
Tue25★
Wed26★
Thu27★
Fri28★
Sat29·
Sun30·

Take 1 day off → 9-day weekend

First Onam / Milad-i-Sherif* (Birthday of Prophet Muhammed)

Aug 25 – 30

6days off
Tue25★
Wed26★
Thu27★
Fri28★
Sat29·
Sun30·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Sreekrishna Jayanthi

Sep 4 – 6

3days off
Fri4★
Sat5·
Sun6·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Vishwakarma Day

Sep 17 – 21

5days off
Thu17★
Fri18↓ off
Sat19·
Sun20·
Mon21★

Take 1 day off → 5-day weekend

Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi Day

Sep 19 – 21

3days off
Sat19·
Sun20·
Mon21★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Gandhi Jayanti

Oct 2 – 4

3days off
Fri2★
Sat3·
Sun4·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Mahanavami

Oct 17 – 21

5days off
Sat17·
Sun18·
Mon19↓ off
Tue20★
Wed21★

Take 1 day off → 5-day weekend

Christmas Day

Dec 25 – 27

3days off
Fri25★
Sat26·
Sun27·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

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School holidays 2026

When schools are closed — peak travel demand from families.

Dec23

Winter Holidays

Dec 23 – Jan 1 · 10 days

Apr9

Summer Holidays

Apr 9 – May 28 · 50 days

Sep27

Autumn Holidays

Sep 27 – Oct 6 · 10 days

Dec23

Winter Holidays

Dec 23 – Jan 1 · 10 days

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Important public holiday information · India

General information

  • •Many Indian holidays follow the Hindu lunar calendar (Panchang) or Islamic lunar calendar. Dates shift annually and are confirmed by the Government of India.
  • •India observes holidays from multiple religions: Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, and Jainism. Central government employees get ~17 gazetted holidays plus 2 restricted holidays of their choice.
  • •India has ~32 restricted holidays. Central government employees may choose any 2 in addition to gazetted holidays.

Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in Kerala in 2026?
Kerala observes 25 public holidays in 2026, including Mannam Jayanthi (January 2, 2026), Republic Day (January 26, 2026), Ayya Vaikunda Swami Jayanthi (March 4, 2026), Id-ul-Fitr (Ramzan)* (March 20, 2026), Maundy Thursday (April 2, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Kerala have in 2026?
Kerala observes 25 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is Mannam Jayanthi in Kerala 2026?
Mannam Jayanthi in Kerala falls on January 2, 2026.
When is Republic Day in Kerala 2026?
Republic Day in Kerala falls on January 26, 2026.
When is Ayya Vaikunda Swami Jayanthi in Kerala 2026?
Ayya Vaikunda Swami Jayanthi in Kerala falls on March 4, 2026.
When is Id-ul-Fitr (Ramzan)* in Kerala 2026?
Id-ul-Fitr (Ramzan)* in Kerala falls on March 20, 2026.
When is Maundy Thursday in Kerala 2026?
Maundy Thursday in Kerala falls on April 2, 2026.
When is Good Friday in Kerala 2026?
Good Friday in Kerala falls on April 3, 2026.
When is Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Jayanthi in Kerala 2026?
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Jayanthi in Kerala falls on April 14, 2026.
When is Vishu in Kerala 2026?
Vishu in Kerala falls on April 15, 2026.
When is May Day in Kerala 2026?
May Day in Kerala falls on May 1, 2026.
When is Id-ul-Ad’ha (Bakrid)* in Kerala 2026?
Id-ul-Ad’ha (Bakrid)* in Kerala falls on May 27, 2026.
When is Muharram* in Kerala 2026?
Muharram* in Kerala falls on June 25, 2026.
When is Karkadaka Vavu in Kerala 2026?
Karkadaka Vavu in Kerala falls on August 12, 2026.
When is Independence Day in Kerala 2026?
Independence Day in Kerala falls on August 15, 2026.
When is First Onam / Milad-i-Sherif* (Birthday of Prophet Muhammed) in Kerala 2026?
First Onam / Milad-i-Sherif* (Birthday of Prophet Muhammed) in Kerala falls on August 25, 2026.
When is Thiruvonam in Kerala 2026?
Thiruvonam in Kerala falls on August 26, 2026.
When is Third Onam in Kerala 2026?
Third Onam in Kerala falls on August 27, 2026.
When is Fourth Onam / Sree Narayana Guru Jayanthi / Ayyankali Jayanthi in Kerala 2026?
Fourth Onam / Sree Narayana Guru Jayanthi / Ayyankali Jayanthi in Kerala falls on August 28, 2026.
When is Avani Avittom in Kerala 2026?
Avani Avittom in Kerala falls on August 28, 2026.
When is Sreekrishna Jayanthi in Kerala 2026?
Sreekrishna Jayanthi in Kerala falls on September 4, 2026.
When is Vishwakarma Day in Kerala 2026?
Vishwakarma Day in Kerala falls on September 17, 2026.
When is Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi Day in Kerala 2026?
Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi Day in Kerala falls on September 21, 2026.
When is Gandhi Jayanti in Kerala 2026?
Gandhi Jayanti in Kerala falls on October 2, 2026.
When is Mahanavami in Kerala 2026?
Mahanavami in Kerala falls on October 20, 2026.
When is Vijayadasami in Kerala 2026?
Vijayadasami in Kerala falls on October 21, 2026.
When is Christmas Day in Kerala 2026?
Christmas Day in Kerala falls on December 25, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Kerala?
Most public holidays in Kerala are observed only on the exact date. Some countries grant a substitute weekday off when a holiday lands on a Saturday or Sunday — check the notes for each holiday above.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Kerala?
Yes — most banks, public administration offices, and the stock exchange close on national public holidays. Some retail and tourism businesses stay open.
What is a "bridge day"?
A bridge day is a regular working day that falls between a public holiday and a weekend (e.g. a Friday after a Thursday holiday). Many people take this day off to extend the long weekend without using extra vacation.
Are these dates official for Kerala?
Dates are sourced from official government publications and the relevant ministries. Always confirm regional and local observances closer to your travel date — especially for substitute holidays and bank-only days.
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