The school calendar for 2025 is out, and parents, students, and teachers can now plan ahead for the much-awaited autumn and festival breaks. These holidays are not just days off from regular classes but also an important time for families to celebrate traditions, travel, or simply take a much-needed pause. With festivals like Dussehra, Diwali, and Christmas lined up towards the year’s end, the holidays bring a mix of cultural celebrations and leisure time for students across India.
I am writing about this because school holidays are more than dates on a calendar—they help families plan vacations, enable students to recharge, and give space for cultural bonding. For working parents, knowing the holiday list in advance helps in arranging family schedules. For students, these breaks are opportunities to balance study stress with play, hobbies, or travel. In today’s busy lifestyle, holiday planning has become a necessity, and that is why having a ready list of school holidays for 2025 is so important. It ensures families do not miss out on quality time together and also helps in better preparation for upcoming examinations scheduled after the festival season.
Autumn Breaks 2025
Schools usually announce an autumn break around Dussehra. While the exact dates vary by state and school board, most schools across India are expected to remain closed during the first two weeks of October.
- Dussehra Break: Likely between October 1 to October 6, 2025 (varies by state).
- Some schools may extend the holidays if clubbed with weekends.
Major Festival Holidays 2025
Here is a tentative list of important festival-related school holidays in 2025 (dates may differ slightly depending on region and school policy):
- Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti – October 2
- Dussehra/Vijayadashami – October 12
- Diwali/Deepavali – October 20 to 24 (most schools will declare 3–5 days off)
- Guru Nanak Jayanti – November 5
- Christmas Break – December 24 to January 1 (common across many schools)
Why These Breaks Matter
- Rest and Recovery: Continuous classes can be tiring, and breaks help students recharge.
- Cultural Importance: Holidays coincide with festivals, keeping students connected with traditions.
- Family Time: Parents can plan trips or family gatherings during extended holidays.
- Preparation Gap: For board exam students, these breaks are crucial for revision.
