2027 India Holidays: Public Holiday Calendar & Travel Tips

Date

Holiday Name

Significance of the Holiday

January 1, 2027

New Year's Day

Celebrates the beginning of the Gregorian calendar year. Banks and government offices remain closed. Malls and tourist spots stay open.

January 14, 2027

Makar Sankranti / Pongal

Harvest festival marking the Sun's northward journey and agricultural prosperity. Gujarat, in particular, celebrates the kite festival (Uttarayan) Usually, private institutions and tourist centres remain open.

January 26, 2027

Republic Day

Commemorates the adoption of the Constitution of India in 1950. Banks, government and private offices remain closed. Tourist spots, entertainment centres, restaurants and hotels are open.

March 6, 2027

Maha Shivaratri

Honours Lord Shiva through fasting, prayers, and night-long worship. Banks are closed. Private institutions and tourist spots stay open.

March 10, 2027

Eid-ul-Fitr

Celebrates the end of Ramadan with prayers, feasts, and charity. Muslim areas stay crowded. People feats on Biryani and Sheer Khurma. Banks remain closed. Local markets stay open.

March 22, 2027

Holi

Festival of colours celebrating spring, and joy. People celebrate Holi in private spaces. Banks are closed. Private institutions and tourist spots such as resorts, hotels and restaurants are open.

March 26, 2027

Good Friday

Commemorates the crucifixion and sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Banks stay closed. Resorts are open.

April 8, 2027

Ugadi / Gudhi Padwa

Marks the traditional New Year in several Indian states. Banks are closed in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Maharashtra. Tourist spots are open.

April 15, 2027

Ram Navami

Celebrates the birth of Lord Rama. Crowds may gather around Lord Rama temples across the country. Tourist spots and private institutions stay open.

May 1, 2027

Labour Day / Maharashtra Day

Honours workers' contributions and celebrates Maharashtra state's formation. Banks, private institutions and government offices remain closed. Some tourist spots may remain open. Check local information before visiting.

May 17, 2027

Eid al-Adha

Honours Prophet Ibrahim's devotion through sacrifice, prayer, and sharing. Animal sacrifices take place, wherever legal. Crowds are heavy in areas of mosques. Banks stay closed.

May 20, 2027

Buddha Purnima

Celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and teachings of Gautama Buddha. Banks are closed. Private offices may remain open. Expect crowds in the evening.

June 15, 2027

Muharram

Marks the Islamic New Year and remembers Imam Hussain's sacrifice. Quiet prayers and processions in some regions. Crowds are mild to moderate. Banks are closed. Most businesses and offices remain open.

August 15, 2027

Independence Day

Commemorates India's independence from British rule in 1947. Banks, government and private institutions are closed. Malls, hotels, tourist spots and restaurants are open. Expect heavy crowds at open avenues.

August 15, 2027

Milad-un-Nabi (Eid-e-Milad)

Celebrates the birth of Prophet Muhammad with prayers and gatherings. Prayers in mosques. Moderate crowds in Muslim areas. Banks closed. Shops open as usual.

August 25, 2027

Janmashtami

Celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna with devotion and festivities. Expect crowds in the evening to celebrate Dahi Handi (pot-breaking) festival. Some roads may be closed to manage traffic. Banks are closed. Private institutions, hotels and restaurants remain open. Check local traffic diversions.

September 4, 2027

Ganesh Chaturthi (Vinayaka Chaturthi)

Honors Lord Ganesha, remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom. Banks are closed. Some private institutions may also be closed. Tourist spots and entertainment centres are open. Crowds are moderate.

October 2, 2027

Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti

Honours Mahatma Gandhi's birth and his principles of nonviolence. Banks, government offices and private institutions are closed. Tourist spots may remain open. Crowds are low to moderate.

October 10, 2027

Dussehra (Vijayadashami)

Celebrates the victory of good over evil and righteousness. Banks, private and government offices are closed. Low crowds during the day. Heavier crowds during the evening to celebrate Ravan Dahan.

October 29, 2027

Diwali (Deepavali)

Festival of lights symbolizing prosperity and the triumph of light. Banks, government and private offices are closed. People celebrate the festival by burning crackers on streets.

November 14, 2027

Guru Nanak Jayanti

Celebrates the birth and teachings of Guru Nanak, Sikhism's founder. Prayers and free Langar (meals) are offered at Gurudwara (Sikh worship places). Expect heavy crowds in Amritsar, Punjab (Northern India). Banks are closed. Local shops stay open.

December 25, 2027

Christmas Day

Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ with prayers and festivities. Churches are decorated. Christians offer prayers. Crowds are moderate. Most businesses, hotels, restaurants and tourist spots are open.