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24 public holidays observed in Tamil Nadu during 2026. 4 school breaks shape travel demand. 16 long weekend opportunities.

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Long weekends

16

School breaks

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January 2026

  1. Jan1

    New Year's Day

    Thursday

  2. Jan15

    Pongal

    Thursday

  3. Jan16

    Thiruvalluvar Day

    Friday

  4. Jan17

    Uzhavar Thirunal

    Saturday · Weekend

  5. Jan26

    Republic Day

    Monday

February 2026

  1. Feb1

    Thai Poosam

    Sunday · Weekend

March 2026

  1. Mar19

    Telugu New Year’s Day

    Thursday

  2. Mar21

    Ramzan (Idul Fitr)

    Saturday · Weekend

  3. Mar31

    Mahaveer Jayanthi

    Tuesday

April 2026

  1. Apr1

    Annual Closing of Accounts (Commercial & Co-operative Banks)

    Wednesday

  2. Apr3

    Good Friday

    Friday

  3. Apr14

    Tamil New Year’s Day / Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s Birthday

    Tuesday

May 2026

  1. May1

    May Day

    Friday

  2. May28

    Bakrid (Idul Azha)

    Thursday

June 2026

  1. Jun26

    Muharram (Yaom-E-Shahadath)

    Friday

August 2026

  1. Aug15

    Independence Day

    Saturday · Weekend

  2. Aug26

    Milad-un-Nabi (Prophet’s Birthday)

    Wednesday

September 2026

  1. Sep4

    Krishna Jayanthi

    Friday

  2. Sep14

    Vinayakar Chathurthi

    Monday

October 2026

  1. Oct2

    Gandhi Jayanti

    Friday

  2. Oct19

    Ayutha Pooja

    Monday

  3. Oct20

    Vijaya Dasami

    Tuesday

November 2026

  1. Nov8

    Deepavali

    Sunday · Weekend

December 2026

  1. Dec25
    Christmas Day

    Friday

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Long weekend opportunities

Smart windows to maximize your time off.

New Year's Day

Jan 1 – 4

4days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Pongal

Jan 15 – 18

4days off
Thu15★
Fri16★
Sat17★
Sun18·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Republic Day

Jan 24 – 26

3days off
Sat24·
Sun25·
Mon26★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Telugu New Year’s Day

Mar 19 – 22

4days off
Thu19★
Fri20↓ off
Sat21★
Sun22·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Mahaveer Jayanthi

Mar 28 – Apr 1

5days off
Sat28·
Sun29·
Mon30↓ off
Tue31★
Wed1★

Take 1 day off → 5-day weekend

Mahaveer Jayanthi

Mar 31 – Apr 5

6days off
Tue31★
Wed1★
Thu2↓ off
Fri3★
Sat4·
Sun5·

Take 1 day off → 6-day weekend

Good Friday

Apr 3 – 5

3days off
Fri3★
Sat4·
Sun5·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Tamil New Year’s Day / Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s Birthday

Apr 11 – 14

4days off
Sat11·
Sun12·
Mon13↓ off
Tue14★

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

May Day

May 1 – 3

3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Bakrid (Idul Azha)

May 28 – 31

4days off
Thu28★
Fri29↓ off
Sat30·
Sun31·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Muharram (Yaom-E-Shahadath)

Jun 26 – 28

3days off
Fri26★
Sat27·
Sun28·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Krishna Jayanthi

Sep 4 – 6

3days off
Fri4★
Sat5·
Sun6·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Vinayakar Chathurthi

Sep 12 – 14

3days off
Sat12·
Sun13·
Mon14★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Gandhi Jayanti

Oct 2 – 4

3days off
Fri2★
Sat3·
Sun4·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Ayutha Pooja

Oct 17 – 20

4days off
Sat17·
Sun18·
Mon19★
Tue20★

Falls naturally on a 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

May2

Summer Holidays

May 2 – Jun 20 · 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 Tamil Nadu in 2026?
Tamil Nadu observes 24 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), Pongal (January 15, 2026), Thiruvalluvar Day (January 16, 2026), Uzhavar Thirunal (January 17, 2026), Republic Day (January 26, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Tamil Nadu have in 2026?
Tamil Nadu observes 24 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is New Year's Day in Tamil Nadu 2026?
New Year's Day in Tamil Nadu falls on January 1, 2026.
When is Pongal in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Pongal in Tamil Nadu falls on January 15, 2026.
When is Thiruvalluvar Day in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Thiruvalluvar Day in Tamil Nadu falls on January 16, 2026.
When is Uzhavar Thirunal in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Uzhavar Thirunal in Tamil Nadu falls on January 17, 2026.
When is Republic Day in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Republic Day in Tamil Nadu falls on January 26, 2026.
When is Thai Poosam in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Thai Poosam in Tamil Nadu falls on February 1, 2026.
When is Telugu New Year’s Day in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Telugu New Year’s Day in Tamil Nadu falls on March 19, 2026.
When is Ramzan (Idul Fitr) in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Ramzan (Idul Fitr) in Tamil Nadu falls on March 21, 2026.
When is Mahaveer Jayanthi in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Mahaveer Jayanthi in Tamil Nadu falls on March 31, 2026.
When is Annual Closing of Accounts (Commercial & Co-operative Banks) in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Annual Closing of Accounts (Commercial & Co-operative Banks) in Tamil Nadu falls on April 1, 2026.
When is Good Friday in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Good Friday in Tamil Nadu falls on April 3, 2026.
When is Tamil New Year’s Day / Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s Birthday in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Tamil New Year’s Day / Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s Birthday in Tamil Nadu falls on April 14, 2026.
When is May Day in Tamil Nadu 2026?
May Day in Tamil Nadu falls on May 1, 2026.
When is Bakrid (Idul Azha) in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Bakrid (Idul Azha) in Tamil Nadu falls on May 28, 2026.
When is Muharram (Yaom-E-Shahadath) in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Muharram (Yaom-E-Shahadath) in Tamil Nadu falls on June 26, 2026.
When is Independence Day in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Independence Day in Tamil Nadu falls on August 15, 2026.
When is Milad-un-Nabi (Prophet’s Birthday) in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Milad-un-Nabi (Prophet’s Birthday) in Tamil Nadu falls on August 26, 2026.
When is Krishna Jayanthi in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Krishna Jayanthi in Tamil Nadu falls on September 4, 2026.
When is Vinayakar Chathurthi in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Vinayakar Chathurthi in Tamil Nadu falls on September 14, 2026.
When is Gandhi Jayanti in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Gandhi Jayanti in Tamil Nadu falls on October 2, 2026.
When is Ayutha Pooja in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Ayutha Pooja in Tamil Nadu falls on October 19, 2026.
When is Vijaya Dasami in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Vijaya Dasami in Tamil Nadu falls on October 20, 2026.
When is Deepavali in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Deepavali in Tamil Nadu falls on November 8, 2026.
When is Christmas Day in Tamil Nadu 2026?
Christmas Day in Tamil Nadu falls on December 25, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Tamil Nadu?
Most public holidays in Tamil Nadu 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 Tamil Nadu?
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 Tamil Nadu?
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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