Holidays in August 2025

You can plan a trip with ease in the month of August since there are so many holidays. Some of these are celebrated collectively in all states, while others are restricted to a single city or a single community. Check our list of holidays below to plan your trip and look for the perfect days that work for your schedule.


List of Public Holidays in August 2025

There are a lot of diverse festivities as well as different occasions which grant a holiday in this month. Check the complete list of public holidays in August 2025:

DATE

DAY

HOLIDAY

CELEBRATED IN

8 August

Friday

Jhulan Purnima

Odisha

8 August

Friday

Tendong Lho Rum Faat

Sikkim

9 August

Saturday

Raksha Bandhan

Chhattisgarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, Gujarat, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh

13 August

Wednesday

Patriots Day

Manipur

15 August

Friday

Independence Day

National

16 August

Saturday

Krishna Janmashtami

National (except Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Lakshadweep, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Puducherry, West Bengal

16 August

Saturday

De Jure Transfer Day

Puducherry

16 August

Saturday

Parsi New Year

Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, Gujarat, Maharashtra

26 August 

Tuesday

Hartalika Teej

Chhattisgarh and Sikkim

27 August

Wednesday

Ganesh Chaturthi

Andhra Pradesh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Odisha, Puducherry, Telangana, Tamil Nadu

28 August

Thursday

Nuakhai

Odisha

28 August

Thursday

Ganesh Chaturthi

Goa

List of Bank Holidays in August 2025

We have created the final list of bank holidays that are going to be there in August 2025. In addition to this, the bank remains closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month.

DATE

DAY

HOLIDAY

CELEBRATED IN

8 August

Friday

Jhulan Purnima

Odisha

8 August

Friday

Tendong Roh Rum Faith

Sikkim

9 August

Saturday

Raksha Bandhan

Chhattisgarh, Daman and Diu, Gujarat, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh

13 August

Wednesday

Patriot Day

Manipur

15 August

Friday

Independence Day

National 

16 August

Saturday

Janmashtami

All States Except Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Lakshadweep, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Puducherry, and West Bengal 

16 August

Saturday

Parsi New Year

Daman and Diu, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Gujarat, and Maharashtra 

26 August 

Tuesday

Hartalika Teej

Chhattisgarh and Sikkim

27 August

Wednesday

Ganesh Chaturthi

Andhra Pradesh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Odisha, Puducherry, Telangana, Tamil Nadu

28 August

Thursday

Nuakhai

Odisha

28 August

Thursday

Ganesh Chaturthi

Goa

List of Regional Holidays in August 2025

This list includes the days on which there will be a holiday due to festivals in the month of August.

DATE

DAY

HOLIDAY

CELEBRATED IN

8 August

Friday

Jhulan Purnima

Odisha

8 August

Friday

Tendong Lho Rum Faat

Sikkim

9 August

Saturday

Raksha Bandhan

Chhattisgarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, Gujarat, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh

13 August

Wednesday

Patriots Day

Manipur

16 August

Saturday

De Jure Transfer Day

Puducherry

16 August

Saturday

Parsi New Year

Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, Gujarat, Maharashtra

26 August 

Tuesday

Hartalika Teej

Chhattisgarh and Sikkim

27 August

Wednesday

Ganesh Chaturthi

Andhra Pradesh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Odisha, Puducherry, Telangana, Tamil Nadu

28 August

Thursday

Nuakhai

Odisha

28 August

Thursday

Ganesh Chaturthi

Goa

Long Weekend Holidays in August 2025

Below mentioned are the possible long weekend holidays in August 2025:

DATE

DAYS

HOLIDAY

8 August - 10 August 

Friday - Sunday

Jhulan Purnima (Odisha), Tendong Lho Rum Faat (Sikkim), Raksha Bandhan (multiple states), and Sunday

15 August - 17 August

Friday - Sunday

Independence Day (National), Janmashtami (in most states), De Jure Transfer Day (Puducherry), Parsi New Year, Sunday

26 August - 28 August

Tuesday - Thursday

Hartalika Teej (Chhattisgarh, Sikkim), Ganesh Chaturthi (multiple states), Nuakhai (Odisha), Ganesh Chaturthi (Goa)

Best Places to Visit in August

These are the best places to visit in the month of August.

  • Shillong: This place is known as the ‘Scotland of the East’ with amazing waterfalls, landscapes, and lush surroundings. 

  • Munnar: Another getaway in Kerala known for its waterfalls and misty hills.

  • Wayanad: Also in Kerala, is a magical place with wildlife sanctuaries and waterfalls.

  • Coorg: The ‘Scotland of India’ in Karnataka houses amazing trekking trails as well as waterfalls.

  • Pondicherry: Celebrate De Jure Transfer Day and enjoy the French charm, along with its beaches as well as the cultural festivities.

  • Vrindavan: Celebrate Janmashtami in this city by booking your tickets at redBus. 

Conclusion

August is full of holidays in different parts of the country, making it a great time to plan a trip. Whether you’re thinking of visiting your favourite destination or exploring a new one, our list of holidays can help you plan better. Make the most of this month and enjoy a wonderful journey!
FAQs on Holidays in August 2025
Are there any long weekends in August 2025?

Yes, three long weekends: 8-10, 15-17, and 26-28 August.

What is Nuakhai, and where is it celebrated?

Nuakhai is a harvest festival celebrated in Odisha.

Which are the best places to visit in August?

Shillong, Munnar, Wayanad, Coorg, Pondicherry, and Vrindavan are ideal destinations.

Which festivals are celebrated in August 2025?

Festivals include Raksha Bandhan, Janmashtami, Ganesh Chaturthi, and Independence Day.

Are banks closed on holidays in August 2025?

Yes, banks are closed on public holidays and second/fourth Saturdays.