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Nepal Holidays 2026 Calendar
Complete list of Nepal national holidays, gazetted holidays, and public holidays for 2026. This calendar includes all major festivals, bank holidays, and government holidays observed across Nepal. Gazetted holidays are mandatory holidays for government offices and banks, while optional holidays can be chosen by employees based on personal preferences.
Important festivals like Dashain (Oct 17-22), Tihar (Nov 8-10), Maha Shivaratri (Feb 15), and Maghe Sankranti (Jan 15) are marked. Muslim festival dates marked as "Tentative" depend on moon sightings and may vary by one day. Regional variations exist for holidays like Holi Purnima.
January 2026
Thursday15 January
Maghe Sankranti
Monday19 January
Sonam Losar
February 2026
Sunday15 February
Maha Shivaratri
Wednesday18 February
Gyalpo Losar
Wednesday18 February
Ramadan Start Tentative
Thursday19 February
National Democracy Day
March 2026
Sunday8 March
Nari Dibas
Wednesday18 March
Godhe Yatra
Thursday19 March
Holi Purnima (Hill region)
Friday20 March
Holi Purnima (Terai region)
Friday20 March
Ramjan Edul Fikra Tentative
Friday20 March
March Equinox
May 2026
Friday1 May
Majdoor Divas
Wednesday27 May
Edul Aajaha Tentative
June 2026
Sunday21 June
June Solstice
September 2026
Saturday19 September
Constitution Day
Wednesday23 September
September Equinox
October 2026
Saturday17 October
Phulpati (Dashain)
Sunday18 October
Astami (Dashain)
Tuesday20 October
Nawami (Dashain)
Wednesday21 October
Dashami (Dashain)
Thursday22 October
Ekadashi (Dashain)
November 2026
Sunday8 November
Laxmi Puja (Tihar)
Monday9 November
Gobhardan Pujan (Tihar)
Tuesday10 November
Bhai Tika (Tihar)
December 2026
Tuesday22 December
December Solstice
Friday25 December
Christmas Day
Wednesday30 December
Tamu Lhosar
Nepal Holidays 2026 – Complete Guide
Nepal Holidays 2026: Nepal is a land of diverse cultures, traditions, and religions, which is beautifully reflected in its calendar of holidays. In 2026, Nepal will celebrate a wide range of national, cultural, and religious holidays. This guide provides a detailed list of holidays along with their significance, making it useful for travelers, students, and professionals planning ahead.
Major Public Holidays in Nepal 2026
Date
Day
Holiday Name
Jan 11
Sunday
Prithvi Jayanti
Jan 14
Wednesday
Maghe Sankranti
Jan 30
Friday
Martyrs’ Day
Feb 15
Sunday
Maha Shivaratri
Feb 18
Wednesday
Sonam Losar
Feb 18
Wednesday
Ghyalpo Losar
Feb 19
Thursday
Prajatantra Diwas
Mar 3
Tuesday
Fagu Purnima (Holi)
Mar 8
Sunday
International Women’s Day
Mar 18
Wednesday
Ghode Jatra (Kathmandu Valley)
Mar 21
Saturday
Ramjan Edul Fikra (Eid al-Fitr)
Mar 27
Friday
Ram Navami
Apr 14
Tuesday
Nepali New Year (Bikram Sambat 2083)
Apr 24
Friday
Loktantra Diwas
May 1
Friday
Buddha Jayanti
May 29
Friday
Ganatantra Diwas
Jul 6
Monday
Bhanu Jayanti
Aug 16
Sunday
Gai Jatra
Aug 28
Friday
Indra Jatra
Sep 5
Saturday
Teej
Oct 9–13
Fri–Tue
Dashain
Oct 25–27
Sun–Tue
Tihar (Deepawali)
Dec 25
Friday
Christmas Day
Cultural Importance of Nepal Holidays
Religious Diversity: Nepal celebrates Hindu, Buddhist, Muslim, and Christian festivals, showcasing harmony among communities.
Regional Variations: Some holidays like Ghode Jatra are specific to Kathmandu Valley, while Losar festivals vary by ethnic groups.
Tourism Impact: Festivals such as Holi, Buddha Jayanti, and Dashain attract international tourists.
National Identity: Days like Republic Day and Democracy Day highlight Nepal’s political journey.
FAQs on Nepal Holidays 2026
Q1. Which is the biggest festival in Nepal? Dashain is considered the most important and widely celebrated festival in Nepal.
Q2. When is Nepali New Year in 2026? It falls on April 14, 2026, marking the start of Bikram Sambat 2083.
Q3. Are holidays the same across Nepal? Not always. Some holidays are regional, like Ghode Jatra in Kathmandu Valley.
Conclusion
Nepal’s 2026 holiday calendar is a vibrant mix of cultural, religious, and national celebrations. From colorful Holi to the grand Dashain and Tihar, each festival reflects the country’s rich heritage. Whether you are planning travel, business, or cultural exploration, knowing these dates will help you align your schedule with Nepal’s festive spirit.
Note:
• Dates for Islamic holidays (Ramadan Start, Ramjan Edul Fikra, Edul Aajaha) are tentative and subject to moon sighting. Actual dates may vary by one day.
• Some holidays like Holi Purnima have regional variations - Hill region celebrates on March 19, Terai region on March 20.
• Losar festivals (Sonam Losar, Gyalpo Losar, Tamu Lhosar) are celebrated by different ethnic communities.
• Dashain holidays span multiple days from Phulpati to Ekadashi (Oct 17-22).
• Tihar holidays include Laxmi Puja, Gobhardan Pujan, and Bhai Tika (Nov 8-10).