Haryana Government Holidays List 2026

By REPAKA PAVAN ADITYA

Updated on: Jan 27th, 2026

5 min read

The Haryana government 2026 holiday list includes national festivals, local remembrances, and cultural events, resulting in closures of state offices, schools, colleges, and banks throughout the year.

Upcoming Holidays:
Guru Ravidas Jayanti falls on February 1, 2026.
Maha Shivratri observed on February 15, 2026.
Holi will be observed on March 3, 2026.

List of 2026 Government Holidays in Haryana

The table below presents the complete list of public holidays notified by the Haryana government for 2026, applicable to all state offices, schools, and banks (tentative dates subject to moon-sighting).

Date	Weekday	Occasion
January 1, 2026	Thursday	New Year's Day
January 23, 2026	Friday	Basant Panchami / Sir Chhotu Ram Jayanti
January 26, 2026	Monday	Republic Day
February 1, 2026	Sunday	Guru Ravidas Jayanti
February 15, 2026	Sunday	Maha Shivratri
March 3, 2026	Tuesday	Holi
March 21, 2026	Saturday	Id-ul-Fitr
March 23, 2026	Monday	Shaheedi Diwas / Martyrdom Day of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru & Sukhdev
March 26, 2026	Thursday	Ram Navami
March 31, 2026	Tuesday	Mahavir Jayanti
April 1, 2026	Wednesday	Annual Closing of Accounts (Banks)
April 3, 2026	Friday	Good Friday
April 14, 2026	Tuesday	Vaisakhi / Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
April 19, 2026	Sunday	Parshuram Jayanti
May 1, 2026	Friday	May Day
May 27, 2026	Wednesday	Id-ul-Zuha / Bakrid
June 17, 2026	Wednesday	Maharana Pratap Jayanti
June 29, 2026	Monday	Sant Kabir Jayanti
July 31, 2026	Friday	Martyrdom Day of Shaheed Udham Singh
August 15, 2026	Saturday	Independence Day
August 26, 2026	Wednesday	Milad-un-Nabi
August 28, 2026	Friday	Raksha Bandhan
September 4, 2026	Friday	Janmashtami
September 23, 2026	Wednesday	Shaheedi Diwas / Haryana War Heroes Martyrdom Day
October 2, 2026	Friday	Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
October 11, 2026	Sunday	Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti
October 20, 2026	Tuesday	Dussehra
October 26, 2026	Monday	Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti
November 1, 2026	Sunday	Haryana Day
November 8, 2026	Sunday	Diwali
November 9, 2026	Monday	Vishwakarma Day
November 24, 2026	Tuesday	Guru Nanak Jayanti
December 25, 2026	Friday	Christmas

The Haryana government's 2026 holiday calendar reflects the state's proud history, spiritual richness, and festive joy. It highlights special days such as Haryana Day and Shaheedi Diwas, as well as major national events.

This balanced list helps workers, teachers, and families easily plan celebrations, traditions, and daily routines throughout the year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any tentative holidays in the Haryana 2026 calendar?

Yes, Islamic festivals including Id-ul-Fitr (March 21), Id-ul-Zuha (May 27), and Milad-un-Nabi (August 26) are provisional and could shift slightly depending on lunar sightings.

Is Haryana Day a public holiday in 2026?

Yes, Haryana Day is observed on Sunday, November 1, 2026, commemorating the state's establishment with official events and community festivities.

When does Diwali occur in Haryana in 2026?

Diwali is scheduled for Sunday, November 8, 2026, illuminating the state with diyas, fireworks, and family feasts in honor of prosperity and victory.

About the Author

REPAKA PAVAN ADITYA

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