As 2026 begins, many people in India are planning trips and festival celebrations. Long weekends this year offer a perfect time for travellers, quality family time, or simply relaxing at home without taking
too many leave days. According to a month-wise long weekend guide, the year offers several opportunities for extended breaks, making it an ideal time for travel and culture experiences. Here's the month-wise list of long weekends in 2026.
January 2026
January starts the year with a long weekend around New Year's Day (January 1).
January 1 to 4: New Year
January 1, Thursday: New Year's Day
January 2, Friday: Take a day off
January 3, Saturday
January 4, Sunday
