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Wondering how many long weekends are left in 2025? Here’s the full list of holidays to help you plan your breaks before the year ends
Plan your leaves strategically for extended breaks. (News18)
October, November, and December are packed with festivals, holidays, and opportunities for travel. Whether you’re celebrating Diwali, Dussehra, Christmas, or New Year, or simply looking to unwind after a long year of work, these three months offer the perfect chance for a break.
And the best part? 2025 has several long weekends thanks to a combination of public, bank, and government holidays. So, it’s the ideal time to plan and make the most of your time off.
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October 2025: Four-Day Weekend
This year, Gandhi Jayanti falls on Thursday, October 2. If you take leave on Friday, that is, October 3, you’ll enjoy a lovely four-day weekend:
- October 2 (Thursday): Gandhi Jayanti – Public Holiday
- October 3 (Friday): Take a day off
- October 4 (Saturday): Weekend
- October 5 (Sunday): Weekend
November 2025: A Five-Day Getaway With A Little Planning
While November doesn’t offer a natural long weekend, you can create one! Guru Nanak Jayanti is on Wednesday, November 5. If you book two additional days off, Thursday and Friday, you’ll get a five-day weekend:
- November 5 (Wednesday): Guru Nanak Jayanti – Public Holiday
- November 6 (Thursday): Take a day off
- November 7 (Friday): Take a day off
- November 8 (Saturday): Weekend
- November 9 (Sunday): Weekend
December 2025: A Festive Long Weekend
Christmas Day falls on a Thursday (December 25). Just one day off on Friday, December 26, gives you a four-day festive break:
- December 25 (Thursday): Christmas Day – Public Holiday
- December 26 (Friday): Take a day off
- December 27 (Saturday): Weekend
- December 28 (Sunday): Weekend
Plan Early, Travel Smart
To make the most of these long weekends, it’s a good idea to start planning now. Festive periods tend to see high demand for train and flight bookings, so securing your travel early can save both money and hassle.
And if you’re not a fan of travelling during the holidays, these breaks are perfect for relaxing at home or spending quality time with family and friends. Either way, these long weekends offer a much-needed pause from your regular routine.
So, don’t wait! Mark your calendar and start planning your ideal break!
September 30, 2025, 11:46 IST
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