2026 Long Weekends in India Planner: Best Domestic & International Family Trips
Indian parents, get your calendars ready!
The year 2026 is packed with long weekends and public holidays—perfect for turning regular weekends into mini family vacations. With a bit of smart planning, you can explore new places, make lasting memories with your kids, and enjoy the best of India’s seasons without taking too many leave days.
This 2026 Long Weekends Planner for India helps you find the best times to travel—whether you prefer domestic hill stations or international getaways just a short flight away.
Public Holidays in India 2026 + Long Weekend Hacks
Here’s a quick reference for public holidays and long weekends in 2026, based on India’s Central Government calendar. Use these to plan your holidays efficiently, followed by hacks to maximise your leaves.
Date
Day
Holiday
Long Weekend?
26 Jan
Monday
Republic Day
Yes.
4 Mar
Wednesday
Holi
No.
26 Mar
Thursday
Ram Navami
No.
31 Mar
Tuesday
Mahavir Jayanti
No.
3 Apr
Friday
Good Friday
Yes.
1 May
Friday
Buddha Purnima
Yes.
27 May
Wednesday
Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid)
No.
26 June
Friday
Muharram
Yes.
15 August
Saturday
Independence Day
Yes only if you get off-in-lieu.
26 August
Wednesday
Id-e-Milad
No.
4 September
Friday
Janmashtami
Yes.
2 October
Friday
Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday
Yes.
20 October
Tuesday
Dussehra
No.
8 November
Sunday
Diwali
Yes only if you get Off-In-Lieu.
24 November
Tuesday
Guru Nanak’s Birthday
No.
25 December
Friday
Christmas Day
Yes.
Pro Tip: Stretch 4 Leave Days into a 9-Day Getaway
This calander shows you exactly how you can take an epic 9 day trip by taking just 4 days off from work.
Domestic vs International Family Getaways in 2026
✈️ Domestic Escapes
Perfect for quick, budget-friendly trips:
Hill stations: Coorg, Ooty, Shimla, Darjeeling
Beaches: Goa, Varkala, Gokarna
Cultural gems: Jaipur, Varanasi, Mysore
🌍 International Adventures
Best for families ready for a short flight:
Singapore & Malaysia – Easy visa and kid-friendly attractions
Dubai – Theme parks, desert safaris, and shopping
Sri Lanka – Beaches, wildlife, and heritage
Thailand – Resorts, floating markets, and adventure
Vietnam – More specifically, Phu Quoc, is an upcoming visa free destination that’s budget friendly and has activities that babies to grandparents can enjoy
Hi, I’m Dhwani —writer, researcher, and parent figuring things out one snack break at a time. I turn everyday chaos into helpful tips so you don’t have to learn everything the hard way (like I did).
