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National Holidays in Nepal (2027) 🇳🇵

Nepal observes 32 public holidays this year, with 32 scheduled for 2027. The next public holiday is Janai Poornima. The most recent was Republic Day.

Date Holiday Name
Monday Prithvi Jayanti
Friday Maghe Sankranti
Friday Martyr's Day
Sunday Gyalpo Lhosar; Sonam Lhochhar
Friday National Democracy Day
Saturday Maha Shivaratri
Monday International Women's Day
Tuesday Id-ul-Fitr (estimated)
Sunday Fagu Poornima
Monday Fagu Poornima (Terai)
Wednesday Nepali New Year
Thursday Ram Navami
Saturday International Labour Day
Sunday Bakrid (estimated)
Thursday Buddha Jayanti
Saturday Republic Day
Tuesday Janai Poornima
Wednesday Shree Krishna Janmashtami
Sunday Constitution Day
Thursday Ghatasthapana
Wednesday Fulpati
Thursday Maha Ashtami
Friday Maha Navami
Saturday Bijaya Dashami
Sunday Ekadashi (Dashain)
Monday Duwadashi (Dashain)
Friday Gai Tihar; Laxmi Pooja
Saturday Gobardhan Pooja; Mha Pooja
Sunday Bhai Tika
Thursday Chhath Parva
Saturday Christmas Day
Thursday Tamu Lhochhar

Frequently Asked Questions about Holidays in Nepal

When is the next public holiday in Nepal?

The next public holiday in Nepal is Janai Poornima on Friday, August 28, 2026 — in 86 days.

Is today a public holiday in Nepal?

No — today (Wednesday, June 3, 2026) is not a public holiday in Nepal.

How many public holidays does Nepal have in 2027?

Nepal has 32 public holidays in 2027.

What was the most recent public holiday in Nepal?

The most recent public holiday in Nepal was Republic Day on Friday, May 29, 20265 days ago.

What are the upcoming public holidays in Nepal?

The next 5 public holidays in Nepal:

  • Monday, January 11, 2027: Prithvi Jayanti
  • Friday, January 15, 2027: Maghe Sankranti
  • Friday, January 29, 2027: Martyr's Day
  • Sunday, February 7, 2027: Gyalpo Lhosar; Sonam Lhochhar
  • Friday, February 19, 2027: National Democracy Day
How does Nepal's holiday count compare to its neighbours?

Nepal has 32 public holidays this year. Neighbours for comparison:

  • China: 16 public holidays
  • India: 15 public holidays
How many public holidays does Nepal have in 2028?

Nepal will have 32 public holidays in 2028.

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