Bihar Public Holiday List 2025

Published on 21 Jun, 2021, 6:28 AM IST

Updated on 22 Jul, 2025, 8:53 AM IST

Team Ackodrive

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The state of Bihar derives its name from the word ‘vihara’ which means monastery. Bihar is known for its significance of Buddhism. It was in Bihar that Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. The third-populated state in the country, Bihar also boasts of several tourist attractions and popular places to visit in Bihar. In this article, you can learn about the compiled list of Bihar Public Holidays in 2025, its unique holidays and festivals.

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Bihar Public Holidays Calendar

Public holidays in Bihar usually comprises state-centric, national and festival holidays. Most of the business establishments and government offices remain closed during these holidays in Bihar. Below are the Bihar General Holidays in 2025 along with the list of 2025 Bihar Public Holidays Calendar:

List of Holidays 2025 in Bihar:

Holidays in Bihar During January 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Sunday	26 January	Republic Day

Holidays in Bihar February 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Sunday	02 February	Vasant Panchami
Wednesday	12 February	Guru Ravidas Jayanti
Wednesday	26 February	Maha Shivaratri

Holidays in Bihar March 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Friday	14 March	Holi
Saturday	22 March	Bihar Day
Monday	31 March	Id-ul-Fir

Holidays in Bihar During April 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Sunday	06 April	Ram Navami
Monday	14 April	Dr Ambedkar Jayanti
Friday	18 April	Good Friday

Holidays in Bihar During May 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Thursday	01 May	May Day
Monday	12 May	Buddha Purnima

Holidays in Bihar During June 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Saturday	07 June	Bakri Eid

Holidays in Bihar During July 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Sunday	06 July	Muharram

Holidays in Bihar During August 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Friday	15 August	Independence Day
Saturday	16 August	Janmashtami

Holidays in Bihar During September 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Friday	05 September	Eid e Milad

Holidays in Bihar During October 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Wednesday	01 October	Maha Navami
Thursday	02 October	Gandhi Jayanti
Tuesday	21 October	Diwali
Monday	27 October	Chhath Puja
Tuesday	28 October	Chhath Puja Holiday

Holidays in Bihar During November 2025

No public holidays in Bihar in November 2025

Holidays in Bihar During December 2025

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Thursday	25 December	Christmas

Note: The above list of Bihar holidays is applicable across the state and its cities such as:

Patna
Gaya
Muzaffarpur
Nalanda
Darbhanga
Rajgir
Chapra
Arrah
Katihar
Saharsa
Kishunganj
Begusarai

Also, read: India Public Holidays List 2025

Festivals and Important Days in Bihar:

Bihar has its unique festivals and fairs which resounds the cultural heritage of the state and its people through different art and religious events. Below are some of the popular festivals and important days observed by Bihar:

Chhath Pooja: One of the most important and popular festivals in Bihar is the Chhath Pooja. Dedicated to the Sun God, Chhath Pooja is an ancient Hindu festival celebrated six days after Diwali or Deepavali. Hindus celebrate the festival as a thanksgiving as well as to seek blessings of the Sun God for the sustenance of life on the earth. Women observe a fast for the blessings of the Sun God or Surya upon their family.
Sonepur Cattle Fair: The Sonepur Cattle Fair is an ancient practice and is considered as Asia’s largest cattle fair. Domestic animals such as cattle, camels, sheep, birds, among others are traded. One can witness several handicrafts and cottage industry produce during the fair. You can also see some of the folk music and dances of the residents of Bihar.
Rajgir Mahotsav: Rajgir was the capital of the Magadha Empire and is considered holy by both Jains and Buddhists. The Mahotsav is held every year with classical instrumental music, folk dance, and other forms of art and dance. The Rajgir Mahotsav is held during the month of October and is visited by tourists from around the world.
Sama Chakeva: Sama Chakeva takes place when the migratory birds move from the Himalayas to the plains during the winter season. People observe Sama Chakeva in celebrations of the relationship between brothers and sisters. Children mould clay idols of different types of birds and decorate them. Rituals are dedicated to the return of birds during the next winter season.