Long Weekends 2025: The New Year 2025 is almost here! A new year brings opportunities to explore and embrace new adventures. As 2025 has come to an end, many of us are seeking fresh beginnings. Thankfully, 2025 offers an exciting prospect¡ªplenty of long weekends in India. These long weekends are perfect for ticking off destinations from your travel bucket list.
If your boss is hesitant about approving long leave, don¡¯t worry. By planning your holidays smartly around the long weekends in 2025, you can enjoy around 12 short trips throughout the year. This means fewer leave requests and more opportunities for travel!
Long weekends are like a breath of fresh air in our busy lives. Here's a detailed month-wise list of long weekends in 2025. Mark your calendars and start planning your holidays to make the most of these opportunities.
Here¡¯s the complete list of long weekends in India for 2025:
| Date | Day |
|---|---|
| 11 January 2025 | Saturday |
| 12 January 2025 | Sunday |
| 13 January 2025 | Monday (take leave) |
| 14 January 2025 | Tuesday (Pongal or Makar Sankranti) |
| Date | Day |
|---|---|
| 13 March 2025 | Thursday (Holika Dahan) |
| 14 March 2025 | Friday (Holi) |
| 15 March 2025 | Saturday |
| 16 March 2025 | Sunday |
| Date | Day |
|---|---|
| 29 March 2025 | Saturday |
| 30 March 2025 | Sunday |
| 31 March 2025 | Monday (Eid-Ul-Fitr) |
| Date | Day |
|---|---|
| 10 April 2025 | Thursday (Mahavir Jayanti) |
| 11 April 2025 | Friday (take leave) |
| 12 April 2025 | Saturday |
| 13 April 2025 | Sunday |
| Date | Day |
|---|---|
| 18 April 2025 | Friday (Good Friday) |
| 19 April 2025 | Saturday |
| 20 April 2025 | Sunday (Easter) |
| Date | Day |
|---|---|
| 10 May 2025 | Saturday |
| 11 May 2025 | Sunday |
| 12 May 2025 | Monday (Buddha Purnima) |
| 15 August 2025 | Friday (Independence Day) |
| 16 August 2025 | Saturday |
| 17 August 2025 | Sunday |
| Date | Day |
|---|---|
| 5 September 2025 | Friday (Eid-e-Milad and Onam) |
| 6 September 2025 | Saturday |
| 7 September 2025 | Sunday |
| Date | Day |
|---|---|
| 1 October 2025 | Wednesday (Maha Navami) |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday (Dussehra and Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti) |
| 3 October 2025 | Friday (take leave) |
| 4 October 2025 | Saturday |
| 5 October 2025 | Sunday |
| Date | Day |
|---|---|
| 18 October 2025 | Saturday |
| 19 October 2025 | Sunday |
| 20 October 2025 | Monday (Diwali) |
| Date | Day |
|---|---|
| 23 October 2025 | Thursday (Bhai Dooj) |
| 24 October 2025 | Friday (take leave) |
| 25 October 2025 | Saturday |
| 26 October 2025 | Sunday |
| Date | Day |
|---|---|
| 25 December 2025 | Thursday (Christmas) |
| 26 December 2025 | Friday (take leave) |
| 27 December 2025 | Saturday |
| 28 December 2025 | Sunday |
Celebrated in January, these festivals mark the end of winter and the arrival of longer days. Known for their cultural significance, the celebrations include bonfires, dancing, and delicious traditional foods like sesame seed and jaggery sweets.
Holi, the festival of colours, is celebrated with vibrant powders, water fights, and joyous gatherings. It symbolises the triumph of good over evil and promotes unity among communities.
Marking the end of Ramadan, Eid-Ul-Fitr is a time of prayer, feasting, and giving. People celebrate by wearing new clothes, meeting loved ones, and spreading joy.
The festival of lights, Diwali, signifies the victory of light over darkness. It is celebrated with earthen lamps, sweets, and family gatherings.
With so many long weekends in 2025, it¡¯s time to plan exciting getaways and make lasting memories. Whether you prefer cultural festivals, peaceful retreats, or thrilling adventures, this list of long weekends has something for everyone.
Start planning today, and don¡¯t let these opportunities slip away!
(Note: Dates/timings may be subject to change; details mentioned here are as per the information available.)
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