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Gai Jatra 2026 in Nepal

Is Gai Jatra a Public Holiday?

Gai Jatra is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

In 2026, it falls on a Saturday, and some businesses may choose to follow Saturday opening hours.

Gai Jatra (Kathmandu Only) Observances

Holiday currently only shown for years 2016–2026.

Year Weekday Date Name Holiday Type
2016 Fri Aug 19 Gai Jatra (Kathmandu Only) Local Holiday
2017 Tue Aug 8 Gai Jatra (Kathmandu Only) Local Holiday
2018 Mon Aug 27 Gai Jatra (Kathmandu Only) Local Holiday
2019 Mon Aug 19 Gai Jatra (Kathmandu Only) Local Holiday
2020 Tue Aug 11 Gai Jatra (Kathmandu Only) Local Holiday
2021 Mon Aug 23 Gai Jatra (Kathmandu Only) Local Holiday
2022 Fri Aug 12 Gai Jatra (Kathmandu Only) Local Holiday
2023 Fri Sep 1 Gai Jatra (Kathmandu Only) Local Holiday
2024 Tue Aug 20 Gai Jatra (Kathmandu Only) Local Holiday
2025 Sun Aug 10 Gai Jatra (Kathmandu Only) Local Holiday
2025 Sun Aug 10 Gai Jatra (Kathmandu Only) Optional Holiday
2026 Sat Aug 29 Gai Jatra (Kathmandu Only) Local Holiday

While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.

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