December Holidays in 2026

There are a number of public holidays and bank holidays in December 2026 in India. Some of these holidays are applicable to the entire country while some are specific to different states. Here is an extensive list of the holidays.

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Public Holidays in December 2026

These are the public holidays in India in December 2026:

Date  

Day 

Holiday 

States 

1 December 2026  

Tuesday  

Indigenous Faith Day  

Arunachal Pradesh  

3 December 2026  

Thursday  

Feast of St Francis Xavier  

Goa  

5 December 2026  

Saturday  

Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah Jayanti  

Jammu and Kashmir  

5 December 2026 

Saturday 

First day of Hanukkah 

By Jewish communities across states 

12 December 2026 

Saturday 

Last day of Hanukkah 

By Jewish communities across states 

12 December 2026  

Saturday  

Pa Togan Nengminza Sangma  

Meghalaya  

18 December 2026  

Friday  

Death Anniversary of U SoSo Tham  

Meghalaya  

18 December 2026  

Friday  

Guru Ghasidas Jayanti  

Chattisgarh  

19 December 2026  

Saturday  

Liberation Day  

Daman & Diu and Goa  

23 December 2026 

Wednesday 

Hazarat Ali’s Birthday 

Uttar Pradesh 

24 December 2026 

Thursday  

Christmas Eve 

Meghalaya and Mizoram  

25 December 2025  

Friday  

Christmas Day  

National except Chattisgarh  

26 December 2026  

Saturday  

Shaheed Udham Singh Jayanti  

Haryana  

30 December 2026  

Wednesday  

Tamu Losar  

Sikkim  

31 December 2026 

Thursday  

New Year's Eve  

Manipur and Mizoram 

Bank Holidays in December 2026

Date  

Day 

Holiday 

States 

1 December 2026  

Tuesday  

Indigenous Faith Day  

Arunachal Pradesh  

3 December 2026  

Thursday  

Feast of St Francis Xavier  

Goa  

5 December 2026  

Saturday  

Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah Jayanti  

Jammu and Kashmir  

12 December 2026  

Saturday  

Pa Togan Nengminza Sangma  

Meghalaya  

12 December 2026 

Saturday  

Second Saturday  

Across India  

18 December 2026  

Friday  

Death Anniversary of U SoSo Tham  

Meghalaya  

18 December 2026 

Friday  

Guru Ghasidas Jayanti  

Chattisgarh  

19 December 2026  

Saturday  

Liberation Day  

Daman & Diu and Goa  

24 December 2026  

Thursday  

Christmas Eve 

Meghalaya and Mizoram  

25 December 2026  

Friday  

Christmas Day  

National except Chattisgarh  

26 December 2026  

Saturday  

Shaheed Udham Singh Jayanti  

Haryana  

26 December 2026  

Saturday  

Fourth Saturday  

Across India  

30 December 2026  

Wednesday  

Tamu Losar  

Sikkim  

31 December 2026  

Thursday  

New Year's Eve 

Manipur and Mizoram 

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Bank Holidays (Saturday) December 2026

The second Saturday and the fourth Saturday are regular bank holidays in December  2026. While the second Saturday falls on the 12th of December, the fourth Saturday falls on the 26th of December. The fifth Saturday is a working day in case a month has 5 Saturdays.

 December is a crucial month from the stance of working professionals who are required to utilise the outstanding leaves for the year. Christmas is  a notable public holiday in the month of December every year. The festival is celebrated on 25 December across many parts of the country. A few private institutions will announce a long leave on the occasion of this festival. Apart from Christmas, there are many state-specific regional holidays in December  2026.

We all love holidays as they are the best time to relax. The calendar of December holidays  2026 can be used for many reasons. Let's assume you are working in a different place and hence, you want to reserve a travel ticket in advance to go to your place of origin to celebrate a certain festival. The situation demands the calendar of holidays through which you shall be able to book a travel ticket and plan a trip to the destinations of your choice. Businessmen can make sure they have the required amount of stock during festival holidays.

Description of Indian Festivals in December 2026

World Disabled Day: World Disabled Day is dedicated to the disabled people. Every year, day falls on 3 December. Tripura is a famous destination in India to celebrate the day. Disabled people are given an opportunity to foster their talent on the day in some parts in India.

Christmas Day: Christmas Day is globally celebrated to mark the birth of Jesus Christ. Christians decorate their houses a week prior to the festival day. The rituals of the festival include interchanging gifts, attending Christmas parties, reciting Christmas songs, etc.

Boxing Day: A few countries celebrate Boxing Day the day after Christmas Day. Banks will remain closed nationally. People spend quality time with their beloved ones eating the remnants of the Christmas Day feast.

Best Destinations to Visit During December Holidays 2026

The following are the top destinations to visit during December:

Goa: Goa entices tourists across the globe with its stunning beaches and churches. Many people like celebrating Christmas Day and New Year's Day here.

Manali: Manali is liked by children. Tourist points of Manali include Solang Valley, Hadimba Devi Temple, Beas Kund.

Shillong: Shillong is another famous tourist point to spend December holidays 2026. It has the highest waterfall in the world.

Agra: Agra is a prime tourist destination in India. It is a destination where Taj Mahal is located. If you are applying for a long leave, you may plan visiting the city.

FAQs on December Holidays

  • In which state is the Tamu Losar festival celebrated?

    Tamu Losar festival is celebrated in the state of Sikkim. This is a New Year festival celebrated by the Gurung community. 

  • In which state is Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah Jayanti observed?

    Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah Jayanti is observed in Jammu and Kashmir. This day is celebrated to commemorate the life and contributions of Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah, the prominent Kashmiri leader. 

  • When is Liberation Day celebrated in 2026?

    Liberation Day is celebrated on 19 December. This day is observed in Daman & Diu and Goa. 

  • What is the significance of Indigenous Faith Day?

    Indigenous Faith Day is celebrated to promote indigenous culture, faith, and to preserve the diversity of the numerous tribes in Arunachal Pradesh. 

  • Is Christmas a bank holiday in 2026?

    Yes, Christmas is a bank holiday in 2026. 

News about December Holidays

Three bank holidays between 16 December 2024 to 22 December 2024

Indian banks will observe holidays on select days between 16 December 2024 and 22 December 2024, depending on the region. Bank holidays vary by state, except for national holidays when all banks are closed. On 18 December 2024, banks in the Shillong region will be closed to mark the death anniversary of U SoSo Tham, while December 19 will be a holiday in Panaji, Goa, for Goa Liberation Day, as per the RBI holiday list. Banks will operate as usual on 20 December 2024 and 21 December 2024 (the third Saturday of the month). However, they will remain closed on 22 December 2024, as Sunday is a standard holiday. 

17 December 2024

Bank Closures and Regional Holidays in December 2024

Banks in India will be closed on several dates in December 2024 due to regional festivals, public holidays, and weekends. Banks will be closed on the second Saturday, 14 December 2024, and the fourth Saturday, 28 December 2024, in addition to all Sundays throughout December (1, 8, 15, 22, and 29). These closures are in line with the regular schedule for weekends and holidays observed by the banking sector. Regional holidays include the Feast of St. Francis Xavier on 03 December 2024 in Goa, Pa-Togan Nengminja Sangma on 12 December 2024 in Meghalaya, the Death Anniversary of U SoSo Tham on 18 December 2024 in Meghalaya, Goa Liberation Day on 19 December 2024, and Christmas celebrations from 24 to 27 December in various states. Further closures include U Kiang Nangbah on 30 December 2024 in Meghalaya and New Year’s Eve on 31 December 2024 in Mizoram and Sikkim. 

2 December 2024
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