New Delhi: August School Holidays List 2025– August 2025 is bringing a wave of excitement for school children across India. Apart from five Sundays, the month includes several festivals and regional holidays, making it one of the most relaxing months for students this year.
With festivals like Raksha Bandhan, Independence Day, Janmashtami, Onam, and Ganesh Chaturthi, children can expect over 10 holidays this month, depending on their state or school board.
Complete August 2025 School Holiday List
Here is the date-wise list of holidays in August 2025 for most schools (may vary by region and board):
| Date | Day | Holiday Reason |
|---|---|---|
| 3 August | Sunday | Weekend Holiday |
| 9 August | Saturday | Weekly Off |
| 10 August | Sunday | Raksha Bandhan (some states only) |
| 13 August | Wednesday | Local/Weekly Holiday |
| 15 August | Friday | Independence Day 🇮🇳 |
| 16 August | Saturday | Weekend |
| 17 August | Sunday | Janmashtami (observed in some states) |
| 24 August | Sunday | Weekend |
| 26–28 August | Tue–Thu | Onam Holidays (mainly in Kerala) |
| 27 August | Wednesday | Ganesh Chaturthi (Maharashtra etc.) |
| 31 August | Sunday | Weekend |
🔔 Note: Actual holidays may vary by school, state, and education board.
Why August 2025 Is Special for School Students?
- 5 Sundays = 5 confirmed weekends
- Multiple festivals across regions = extended leaves
- Back-to-back mid-week breaks = more downtime
- Perfect opportunity for family trips, creative projects, or short vacations
For Schools and Parents: What to Plan?
- Schools should circulate an August Holiday Calendar in advance to inform parents and teachers.
- Parents can use this opportunity to plan educational trips, reading challenges, or family events.
- Teachers can assign light project-based work to keep learning alive during the long gap.
Where to Check Official Holiday Updates?
You can track official and regional holiday announcements on:
- Your school’s official website or circulars
- https://www.india.gov.in – for national holidays
- https://cbse.gov.in – for CBSE holiday calendar 2025
Conclusion
With over 10+ holidays in August 2025, this month offers kids not just time to relax, but also enjoy festivals, traditions, and family bonding. Make the most of these breaks by planning fun, learning-based, and creative activities!
Whether it’s Janmashtami celebrations, Ganesh Utsav at home, or Onam festivities, August is packed with moments that kids will remember all year long.
