Plan your year in the Himalayan paradise with this official 2025 holiday calendar for Sikkim. This comprehensive guide covers all government holidays, bank closures, and vibrant Buddhist festivals in India’s most peaceful state. Whether you’re a resident, government employee, or planning to visit Gangtok, stay informed about all public holidays in Sikkim.
Why This Sikkim Holiday Calendar is Essential
✓ State employees: Track all official paid holidays
✓ Tourists: Time your visit for colorful monastery festivals
✓ Bank customers: Avoid unexpected closure days
✓ Business owners: Schedule operations around holidays
✓ Adventure seekers: Plan treks around festival seasons
Government Holidays in Sikkim 2025
Sikkim observes three types of holidays:
National Holidays (India-wide)
State-Specific Holidays (Unique to Sikkim)
Buddhist Festivals (Monastic celebrations)
Public Holidays in Sikkim 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2025 | Wednesday | New Year's Day |
| 2 January 2025 | Thursday | Losoong Namsoong |
| 3 January 2025 | Friday | Losoong Namsoong |
| 4 January 2025 | Saturday | Losoong Namsoong |
| 5 January 2025 | Sunday | Nyenpa Guzom |
| 14 January 2025 | Tuesday | Maghe Sankranti |
| 26 January 2025 | Sunday | Republic Day |
| 30 January 2025 | Thursday | Losar |
| 31 January 2025 | Friday | Losar |
| 26 February 2025 | Wednesday | Maha Shivaratri |
| 14 March 2025 | Friday | Holi |
| 31 March 2025 | Monday | Idul Fitr |
| 6 April 2025 | Sunday | Ram Navami |
| 14 April 2025 | Monday | Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti |
| 18 April 2025 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 12 May 2025 | Monday | Buddha Purnima / Saga Dawa |
| 16 May 2025 | Friday | State Day |
| 7 June 2025 | Saturday | Bakrid / Idul Azha |
| 6 July 2025 | Sunday | Muharram |
| 13 July 2025 | Sunday | Bhanu Jayanti |
| 28 July 2025 | Monday | Drukpa Tshechi |
| 8 August 2025 | Friday | Tendong Lho Rum Faat |
| 15 August 2025 | Friday | Independence Day |
| 16 August 2025 | Saturday | Janmashtami |
| 5 September 2025 | Friday | Milad-un-Nabi |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 5 October 2025 | Sunday | Maha Saptami |
| 6 October 2025 | Monday | Maha Ashtami |
| 7 October 2025 | Tuesday | Maha Navami |
| 8 October 2025 | Wednesday | Vijaya Dashami |
| 20 October 2025 | Monday | Diwali |
| 5 November 2025 | Wednesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| 24 November 2025 | Monday | Lhabab Duchen |
| 25 December 2025 | Thursday | Christmas |
| 30 December 2025 | Tuesday | Tamu Losar |
Bank Holidays in Sikkim
Banks follow RBI guidelines with local adaptations:
Weekly Closures: All Sundays + 2nd & 4th Saturdays
Special Holidays: During major Buddhist festivals
ATM Services: Available 24/7 (including holidays)
Important Note: Banks may close for 3+ days during Losar – plan transactions accordingly.
Bank Holidays in Sikkim 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2025 | Wednesday | New Year's Day |
| 2 January 2025 | Thursday | Losoong Namsoong |
| 3 January 2025 | Friday | Losoong Namsoong |
| 4 January 2025 | Saturday | Losoong Namsoong |
| 5 January 2025 | Sunday | Nyenpa Guzom |
| 11 January 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 14 January 2025 | Tuesday | Maghe Sankranti |
| 25 January 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 26 January 2025 | Sunday | Republic Day |
| 30 January 2025 | Thursday | Losar |
| 31 January 2025 | Friday | Losar |
| 8 February 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 22 February 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 8 March 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 14 March 2025 | Friday | Holi |
| 22 March 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 31 March 2025 | Monday | Idul Fitr |
| 1 April 2025 | Tuesday | Annual Closing of Accounts |
| 6 April 2025 | Sunday | Ram Navami |
| 12 April 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 14 April 2025 | Monday | Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti |
| 18 April 2025 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 26 April 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 10 May 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 12 May 2025 | Monday | Buddha Purnima / Saga Dawa |
| 16 May 2025 | Friday | State Day |
| 24 May 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 7 June 2025 | Saturday | Bakrid / Idul Azha |
| 14 June 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 28 June 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 12 July 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 13 July 2025 | Sunday | Bhanu Jayanti |
| 26 July 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 8 August 2025 | Friday | Tendong Lho Rum Faat |
| 9 August 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 15 August 2025 | Friday | Independence Day |
| 16 August 2025 | Saturday | Janmashtami |
| 23 August 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 5 September 2025 | Friday | Milad-un-Nabi |
| 13 September 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 27 September 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday | Gandhi Jayanti |
| 5 October 2025 | Sunday | Maha Saptami |
| 6 October 2025 | Monday | Maha Ashtami |
| 7 October 2025 | Tuesday | Maha Navami |
| 8 October 2025 | Wednesday | Vijaya Dashami |
| 11 October 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 20 October 2025 | Monday | Diwali |
| 25 October 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 5 November 2025 | Wednesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| 8 November 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 22 November 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 24 November 2025 | Monday | Lhabab Duchen |
| 13 December 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday |
| 25 December 2025 | Thursday | Christmas |
| 27 December 2025 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday |
| 30 December 2025 | Tuesday | Tamu Losar |
Must-Experience Sikkim Festivals
Losar (February): Tibetan New Year celebrations
Saga Dawa (May-June): Sacred Buddha Purnima festival
Bumchu Festival (January): Sacred vase ceremony at Tashiding Monastery
Pang Lhabsol (August): Warrior deity worship with masked dances
Dasain (October): Nepali community’s major festival
Best Times to Visit Sikkim
March-May: Rhododendron blooms and clear mountain views
September-November: Post-monsoon clarity for Kanchenjunga sightings
December: Christmas celebrations in Gangtok
February: Experience Losar festivities
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many public holidays does Sikkim have?
A: About 20-25 including national and Buddhist festivals.
Q: Are banks closed during trekking seasons?
A: Only on scheduled holidays – most remain open during peak seasons.
Q: What’s Sikkim’s most unique festival?
A: Pang Lhabsol’s masked dances honoring Mount Kanchenjunga.
Q: Do holidays differ in North vs South Sikkim?
A: Some local harvest festivals may vary by district.
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