Uttarakhand Holidays in 2026
Holidays play an important part in keeping us refreshed. Public, national, regional or bank holidays help us in planning quick vacations with loved ones without needing to take absence from work or classes. Here, we have compiled a list of all public and bank holidays in the state of Uttarakhand for 2026.
Uttarakhand Holidays 2026
Public Holidays in Uttarakhand for 2026
Date | Day | Holiday |
26 January 2026 | Monday | Republic Day |
15 February 2026 | Sunday | Maha Shivratri |
3 March 2026 | Tuesday | Holika Dahan |
4 March 2026 | Wednesday | Holi |
19 March 2026 | Thursday | Chetichand |
21 March 2026 | Saturday | Eid al-Fitr |
26 March 2026 | Thursday | Ram Navami |
31 March 2026 | Tuesday | Mahavir Jayanti |
1 April 2026 | Wednesday | Annual Accounts Closing |
3 April 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
14 April 2026 | Tuesday | Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar Jayanti |
1 May 2026 | Friday | Buddha Purnima |
27 May 2026 | Wednesday | Eid al-Adha |
26 June 2026 | Friday | Muharram |
16 July2026 | Thursday | Harela |
15 August 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day |
26 August 2026 | Wednesday | Eid Ul-Milad Nabi |
28 August 2026 | Friday | Raksha Bandhan |
4 September 2026 | Friday | Janmashtami |
17 September 2026 | Thursday | Vishwakarma Pooja |
2 October 2026 | Friday | Gandhi Jayanti |
20 October 2026 | Tuesday | Dussehra |
26 October 2026 | Monday | Maharshi Valmiki Jayanti |
8 November 2026 | Sunday | Diwali |
9 November 2026 | Monday | Govardhan Pooja |
19 November 2026 | Thursday | Igas-Bagwal |
24 November 2026 | Tuesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
24 November 2026 | Tuesday | Martyrdom Day of Sri Guru Tej Bhadur ji |
25 December 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day |
List of Monthly Holidays in 2026
Bank Holidays in Uttarakhand for 2026
Below are the Bank Holidays in Uttarakhand for 2026
Date | Day | Holiday |
10 January 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
24 January 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
26 January 2026 | Monday | Republic Day |
14 February 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
15 February 2026 | Sunday | Maha Shivratri |
28 February 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
3 March 2026 | Tuesday | Holi |
14 March 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
21 March 2026 | Saturday | Eid al-Fitr |
27 March 2026 | Friday | Ram Navami |
28 March 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
3 April 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
11 April 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
14 April 2026 | Tuesday | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti |
25 April 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
1 May 2026 | Friday | Buddha Purnima |
9 May 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
23 May 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
27 May 2026 | Wednesday | Eid al-Adha/ Bakrid |
13 June 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
27 June 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
11 July 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
25 July 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
8 August 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
15 August 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day |
22 August 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Day |
25 August 2026 | Tuesday | Eid e Milad |
28 August 2026 | Friday | Raksha Bandhan |
4 September 2026 | Friday | Janmashtami |
12 September 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
26 September 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
2 October 2026 | Friday | Gandhi Jayanti |
10 October 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
21 October 2026 | Wednesday | Vijaya Dashami/ Dussehra |
24 October 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
8 November 2026 | Sunday | Deepawali |
9 November 2026 | Monday | Diwali Holiday |
11 November 2026 | Wednesday | Bhaiduj |
14 November 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
24 November 2026 | Tuesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
28 November 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
12 December 2026 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
25 December 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day |
26 December 2026 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
Holiday Culture and Significance in Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand which was previously known as Uttaranchal is a state in Northern India. The state which is referred to as 'Land of the Gods' is known for the natural environment of the Himalayas, the Bhabhar and the Terai.
Given that the state constitutes of 65% forest area, it is rich in flora and fauna. The state boasts of having the oldest national park in the country i.e., Jim Corbett National Park. It also is home to many other national parks as well as many Hindu temples.
List of Trading Holidays 2026
FAQs
- How is Republic Day celebrated in Uttarakhand?
In Uttarakhand, Republic Day is celebrated by hoisting the national flag at the Parade Ground and Raj Bhawan in Dehradun by the state Governor. Many cultural and folk programs are organised at district headquarters.
- What is Harela and why is it celebrated in Uttarakhand?
Harela in Uttarakhand is a major agricultural festival where people sow seeds, worship nature and celebrate the arrival of the monsoon. The word “Harela” means “Day of Green”, and it is primarily celebrated in the Kumaon region.
- What is the significance of Igas-Bagwal in Uttarakhand?
In Uttarakhand, Igas-Bagwal is an important festival that recognizes the victory of Garhwali warriors and celebrated eleven days after Diwali. It is also known as Budhi Diwali in Uttarakhand.
- When will Igas-Bagwal be celebrated in 2026?
The festival of Igas-Bagwal in Uttarakhand will be celebrated on 19 November 2026.
- Is second and fourth Saturday's a holiday for banks in Uttarakhand?
Yes, the second and fourth Saturday are considered as bank’s holiday in Uttarakhand.
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