Chandigarh Public Holidays 2026 — 2027 Full Holiday Calender
Chandigarh Public Holidays 2026: Chandigarh — the well-planned Union Territory and shared capital of Punjab and Haryana — observes a mix of national, religious and regional public holidays throughout the year. Whether you’re planning travel, leave from work or school schedules, this 2026 Chandigarh public holiday list helps you stay organized and plan ahead.
2026 Public Holidays in Chandigarh (Official List)
| 📆 Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 26 Jan 2026 | Monday | Republic Day |
| 1 Feb 2026 | Sunday | Guru Ravidas Jayanti |
| 15 Feb 2026 | Sunday | Maha Shivaratri |
| 3 Mar 2026 | Tuesday | Holi |
| 21 Mar 2026 | Saturday | Id-ul-Fitr |
| 31 Mar 2026 | Tuesday | Mahavir Jayanti |
| 3 Apr 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 14 Apr 2026 | Tuesday | Vaisakh & Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti |
| 1 May 2026 | Friday | Buddha Purnima |
| 26 Jun 2026 | Friday | Muharram |
| 15 Aug 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day |
| 4 Sep 2026 | Friday | Shri Krishna Janmashtami |
| 2 Oct 2026 | Friday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
| 20 Oct 2026 | Tuesday | Vijaya Dashami (Dussehra) |
| 8 Nov 2026 | Sunday | Diwali (Deepavali) |
| 9 Nov 2026 | Monday | Govardhan Puja |
| 24 Nov 2026 | Tuesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| 25 Dec 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day |
Note: Some holidays such as Vaisakh and Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti fall on the same date and are observed together. Holiday dates are based on official announcements and cultural calendars for Chandigarh.
Highlights of Major Holidays
🇮🇳 Republic Day — 26 January
A national holiday marking the adoption of the Indian Constitution.
🏵️ Holi — 3 March
The vibrant festival of colors celebrated with enthusiasm across the city.
🌙 Id-ul-Fitr — 21 March
Marks the end of Ramadan and is observed as a public holiday with prayers and feasts.
🪔 Diwali — 8 November
The festival of lights unites families in celebration.
🎄 Christmas — 25 December
A widely observed holiday marking the birth of Jesus Christ.
Additional Notes for Chandigarh Residents
- Many institutional holidays and government offices remain closed on Sundays and public holidays.
- Religious festivals such as Eid-ul-Fitr and Muharram follow lunar calendar observations and may vary slightly.
- Some holidays like Annual Bank Holiday and regional celebrations might apply for specific sectors (such as banks).