If you’re someone who starts planning a long weekend the moment a new year begins, we have some not-so-great news for you. 2027 may not be the year you were hoping for! A viral video has got people looking at the 2027 calendar a little differently, and let’s just say, the excitement is wearing off. Why? Because several major festivals and holidays are set to fall on Saturdays and Sundays, which means fewer chances of getting that much-needed extra day off from work.
Fewer Long Weekends In 2027?
Comedian Anmol Garg recently took to Instagram to share a video pointing out how several festivals and holidays in 2027 fall on weekends. And if you were already looking forward to those extra days off, well, the calendar might have some disappointing news for you!
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Maha Shivratri, Maharashtra Day, Ganesh Chaturthi, Gandhi Jayanti, Dussehra and Christmas are among the holidays highlighted in the video as falling on Saturdays. Mahavir Jayanti and Independence Day are also listed as falling on a Sunday.
Now, festivals falling on weekends aren’t exactly unusual. But when several of them land on days when many people are already off work, it does take away the possibility of enjoying an additional weekday holiday.
And if your idea of a perfect festival is a day of celebrations followed by a long weekend, well, you might want to keep your expectations in check for 2027!
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Christmas On A Saturday? There Goes That Extra Holiday!
Let’s talk about Christmas. December 25 is usually a great excuse to slow down, spend time with family, exchange gifts and, if the calendar is kind, sneak in a little holiday getaway.
But in 2027, Christmas falls on a Saturday. For people who already have Saturdays off, that means no extra weekday break from the festival itself. The same goes for Independence Day, which falls on a Sunday.
Of course, your actual days off will depend on your workplace and its holiday policy. Some organisations may offer compensatory leave, while others may follow a different holiday schedule. Still, for those counting on festivals to create a convenient long weekend, the calendar isn’t looking particularly generous.
So, does this mean no long weekends in 2027? Not quite! Before you cancel those travel plans, remember that a weekend festival calendar doesn’t mean there will be no long weekends at all.
Public holidays falling on Mondays or Fridays can still give you an extended break, and a little strategic leave planning can go a long way. National and regional holidays may also differ depending on where you live and work.
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So, while 2027 may offer fewer easy opportunities to turn a festival into a mini vacation, all hope isn’t lost just yet.
For now, consider this your cue to check the calendar early, plan your leaves wisely and save those precious vacation days for when they can actually give you a longer break.
Cover Image Courtesy: Instagram/anmolgarg101
FAQs
Which festivals and holidays will fall on weekends in 2027?
Some of the major festivals and holidays falling on weekends in 2027 include Maha Shivratri on March 6, Maharashtra Day on May 1, Independence Day on August 15, Ganesh Chaturthi on September 4, Gandhi Jayanti on October 2, Dussehra on October 9, Guru Nanak Jayanti on November 14 and Christmas on December 25.
Will there be fewer long weekends in 2027?
Yes, several major festivals and holidays will fall on Saturdays and Sundays in 2027, leaving fewer opportunities for people who work Monday to Friday to enjoy an extra day off. However, there will still be opportunities to plan long weekends around holidays that fall on weekdays.
Are there be no long weekends in 2027?
That's not quite true. Several holidays will still fall on weekdays, creating opportunities for extended breaks. For instance, Good Friday falls on Friday, March 26, while Diwali falls on Friday, October 29. Both can offer a three-day weekend for those who have Saturdays and Sundays off.
