By Shyamu Maurya

Copyright informalnewz

Long Weekend 2025 List: The month of October is about to begin. Many festivals, including Dussehra, Durga Puja, Karva Chauth, Diwali, Bhai Dooj, and Chhath, are coming up this month. If you’re planning a trip within the country or abroad in October, book now.

Long Weekend 2025 List: The month of October is about to begin. Many festivals, such as Dussehra, Durga Puja, Karva Chauth, Diwali, Bhai Dooj, and Chhath, are coming up this month. If you’re planning to travel within the country or abroad in October, make your bookings now. If you also want to take advantage of long weekend holidays, check out this list first. You’ll be able to comfortably enjoy the festive season without having to leave work or your children’s schools.

Only three months remain before the end of 2025. If you want to make the most of your holidays in 2025, the long weekends of October and December are the perfect time.

Long Weekends in October

First Long Weekend

Wednesday, October 1st – Mahanavami

Thursday, October 2nd – Dussehra and Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti

Take Friday, October 3rd off

Saturday, October 4th and Sunday, October 5th – Weekend

You can go on a nearby trip this weekend or celebrate the festival at home with family.

Second Long Weekend

Saturday, October 18th

Sunday, October 19th

Monday, October 20th – Diwali

This weekend is going to be a long one, with Diwali. To make it special, you can plan a short trip, along with home decorations and sweets.

Third Long Weekend

Thursday, October 23rd – Bhai Dooj

Take Friday, October 24th off

Saturday, October 25th – Sunday, October 26th – Weekend

You can take advantage of this weekend to go on nature trips, such as:

Jungle safaris in Kaziranga and Manas National Parks

Visit tea plantations and make your own tea in Munnar

Walk through the misty valleys of Araku Valley

Tour the ancient ruins of Hampi

Long Weekends in December

Thursday, December 25th – Christmas

Take Friday, December 26th off

Saturday, December 27th – Sunday, December 28th – Weekends

This December long weekend is a great opportunity for a fun trip before the year ends. Travel Suggestions

Enjoy the sun and beaches in Goa

Early morning tranquility and a boat ride on Pookod Lake in Wayanad

Watch the blooming cherry blossoms in Shillong

Taste fresh seafood in Varkala

These long weekends in 2025 are perfect for both short and long trips. Plan your vacations accordingly to ensure a memorable and stress-free trip. You can add a day or two of vacation time to your weekend to create a longer trip.