November is one of the busiest months in India, filled with various festivals and holidays. These festivals are culturally diverse, with some common to all states in India, while others are specifically important to some states or restricted to a single state. If you are planning a holiday in November, here is the list of holidays in November 2025. 

As a busy month of different festivals, the month of November comes with several public holidays. Please note these holidays may not be the same for all states. 

Here is the list of all bank holidays in November across the country, other than the two mandatory holidays! 

Here is the complete list of festivals of November showcasing the cultural diversity of states with unique festivals.

There are three possible long weekend holidays this November. 

Here is a glance at the best places to visit this month. 

• Amritsar, Punjab – Visit the Golden Temple in Amritsar on Guru Nanak Jayanti. 

• Kutch, Gujarat- Reach Kutch from nearby cities to enjoy the 100-day annual Rann Utsav.  

• Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu- Visit this small town on this Karthikai Deepam festival! Reach here by bus from Bangalore or other nearby cities.  

• Pushkar, Rajasthan- Reach Pushkar for the Pushkar Mela from Ajmer by train, Kishangarh by air, or by bus from all nearby states and cities.  

• Srinagar, Jammu-  Book your tickets on a train or bus using the redRail or redBus app to visit Srinagar, and enjoy the snow and the glorious Dal Lake.

• Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh- Visit Varanasi by bus or train from nearby cities and there is an airport as well. 

When travelling in November, do keep these important things in mind for a comfortable journey. 

• Please be mindful of the local climate of each city while choosing a destination, as some places can be colder than others. 

• Early transportation bookings ensure your seats during the festive season. 

• Please note that accommodation can be a bit costlier during this time.

The diverse and vibrant festivals give you various options for a quick holiday trip in November. Do check this list of holidays in November 2025, plan your trip, book your tickets at the earliest and pack wisely for a memorable trip. Wishing you a rejuvenating holiday.