Public holidays in Karnataka are declared by the state government and include a mix of national, religious, and regional events that reflect the state’s rich cultural heritage. National holidays such as Republic Day, Independence Day, and Gandhi Jayanti are widely celebrated, while regional festivals like Makar Sankranti, Basava Jayanti, and Kannada Rajyotsava highlight Karnataka’s local traditions.
Karnataka also observes important religious festivals such as Maha Shivaratri, Diwali, and Eid, catering to the state’s diverse religious communities. Kannada Rajyotsava, celebrated on 1st November, marks the formation of the state of Karnataka, and it is one of the most important holidays in the state.
Karnataka Public Holidays 2024
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 01/01/2024 | Monday | New Year’s Day |
| 14/01/2024 | Sunday | Makar Sankranti |
| 26/01/2024 | Friday | Republic Day |
| 08/03/2024 | Friday | Maha Shivaratri |
| 23/03/2024 | Saturday | Holi |
| 29/03/2024 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 10/04/2024 | Wednesday | Ram Navami |
| 14/04/2024 | Sunday | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti |
| 22/04/2024 | Monday | Id-ul-Fitr |
| 23/04/2024 | Tuesday | Basava Jayanti |
| 05/05/2024 | Sunday | Buddha Purnima |
| 09/06/2024 | Sunday | Maharana Pratap Jayanti |
| 17/06/2024 | Monday | Bakrid / Eid al-Adha |
| 15/08/2024 | Thursday | Independence Day |
| 19/08/2024 | Monday | Janmashtami |
| 25/08/2024 | Sunday | Varamahalakshmi Vrata |
| 02/10/2024 | Wednesday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 12/10/2024 | Saturday | Vijaya Dashami |
| 31/10/2024 | Thursday | Diwali |
| 01/11/2024 | Friday | Kannada Rajyotsava |
| 10/11/2024 | Sunday | Eid-e-Milad |
| 15/11/2024 | Friday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| 25/12/2024 | Wednesday | Christmas Day |
| 28/12/2024 | Saturday | Tamu Lhosar |
| 31/12/2024 | Tuesday | New Year’s Eve |
Official changes may alter these dates. Please visit our website regularly for the latest information.