Holidays and Observances in Nepal in 2025
Following is a list of holidays and observances in Nepal for 2025, providing a concise overview of the country's key celebrations. It showcases Nepal's rich cultural heritage and the unique blend of traditional and modern festivities throughout the year.
| Holiday | Date | Day | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prithvi Jayanti | January 11 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Maghe Sankranti | January 14 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Sonam Losar | January 30 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Prajatantra Diwas (National Democracy Day) | February 19 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Maha Shivaratri | February 26 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Nari Diwas (Women’s Day) | March 08 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Nepali New Year | April 13 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Majdur Diwas (Labour Day) | May 01 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Buddha Jayanti | May 12 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Ganatantra Diwas (Republic Day) | May 29 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Janai Purnima and Raksha Bandhan | August 09 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Gai Jatra | August 10 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Krishna Janmashtami | August 16 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Sambidhan Diwas (Constitution Day) | September 20 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Ghatasthapana | September 22 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Fulpati | September 29 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Maha Asthami | September 30 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Maha Navami | October 01 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Dashain (Bijaya Dashami) | October 02 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Ekadashi | October 03 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Duwadashi | October 04 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Laxmi Puja | October 20 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Tihar | October 22 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Bhai Tika | October 23 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Chhath Puja | October 27 | Monday | Public Holiday |
Holidays by Year
Previous Year: 2023