March Long Weekends and Holidays: The month of March is special for travel enthusiasts. The cold is almost over, the weather is pleasant, and the festival of colors also arrives this month.

March is also a great month for holidays and long weekends. Especially around Holi and Good Friday, you get long weekends during which you can plan your trip. If you plan, you can enjoy a wonderful trip on a budget.

But before that, it's important to know when the holidays and long weekends are in March. If you're planning a vacation in March 2026, first find out which days are public holidays and when the long weekends are. By looking at this list, you can easily plan a trip of 3 to 5 days.

Holi

Holi, the biggest festival of March, will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. In many states, the following day is also a holiday. If you take leave on March 5th and 6th, you can get a five-day break from Wednesday to Sunday.

Eid al-Fitr

This year, Eid is also celebrated in March. If Eid falls on March 20th or 21st, then March 22nd is a Sunday. You can easily get a three-day long weekend.

Weekends in March 2026

The first weekend this month falls on March 7th and 8th. The second weekend is on March 14th and 15th. The Eid weekend, which falls on March 21st and 22nd, can be counted as a long weekend. Furthermore, the last weekend of the month is on March 28th and 29th.

How many holidays are there in March 2026?

2 major national/religious holidays (Holi, Eid)
5 Sundays
4 Saturdays (holidays for some institutions)
19 March: Gudi Padwa holiday, in some places
31 March: Mahavir Jayanti holiday, in some places
Overall, with proper planning, you can take advantage of 6-8 days of vacation in March.

Where to visit in March?

Jaipur

Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, is perfect for a trip in March. The mild heat and clear skies double the fun.

Rishikesh

If you want both adventure and peace, Rishikesh is the best option. You can enjoy river rafting and camping.

Manali

If you want to experience mild cold and snow, Manali is a great destination.

Goa

Goa is always a great option for beach lovers. The weather here is pleasant in March.

Consider these points when planning your trip:

Book train and flight tickets in advance.

Book your hotel in advance.

Crowds are more common during festivals.

Get your office leave approved in advance.

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