List of public, national and bank holidays observed in Nepal in year 2023.
Public Holidays in Nepal 2023
Nepal is a landlocked country mainly dominated by the Himalayan Mountains. The tiny nation is dotted with ancient temples and important Buddhist pilgrimage sites. The country represents a kaleidoscope of multi-ethnic, multi-lingual, multi-religious and multi-cultural state. Hinduism (81%) and Buddhism (9%) are dominant religion in Nepal followed by Islam (4.4%) and Christian (1.4%). The country celebrates several Hindu festivals which are widely popular in India as well. The capital city of Kathmandu is the nerve center of cultural celebrations and economic hub in the country. Explore list of National holidays and festivals observed in Nepal.
All government offices, educational institutions and private sector companies are closed on declared national holidays in Nepal. However, please confirm with local authorities for any last minute changes.
National Holidays in Nepal 2023
| Day | Date | Holiday Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | Prithvi Jayanti | Not A Public Holiday | |
| Saturday | Maghe Sankranti (Harvest festival) | Regional Holiday | |
| Sunday | Sonam Losar (Tamang New Year) | National Holiday | |
| Saturday | Maha Shivaratri | National Holiday | |
| Tuesday | Fagu Purnima (Holi) | National Holiday | |
| Wednesday | Nari Dibas | National Holiday | |
| Wednesday | Fagu Purnima (Holi) | National Holiday | |
| Tuesday | Ghode Jatra (Kathmandu Valley) | Regional Holiday | |
| Friday | Nepali New Year | National Holiday | |
| Saturday | Ramjan Edul Fikra (End of Ramadan) | National Holiday | |
| Friday | Buddha Jayanti (Birth of Buddha) | National Holiday | |
| Thursday | Edul Aajha (Feast of the Sacrifice) | National Holiday | |
| Friday | Gaijatra (Kathmandu Valley) | Regional Holiday | |
| Wednesday | Gaura Festival | National Holiday | |
| Monday | Haritalika Teej (Women only) | National Holiday | |
| Wednesday | Nepali Constitution Day (National Day) | National Holiday | |
| Thursday | Indra Jatra (Kathmandu Valley) | Regional Holiday | |
| Saturday | Phulpati | National Holiday | |
| Monday | Maha Navami (Dashain) | National Holiday | |
| Tuesday | Maha Ashtami (Dashain) | National Holiday | |
| Thursday | Subha Vijaya Dashami (Dashain) | National Holiday | |
| Monday | Gobardhan Puja | National Holiday | |
| Monday | Bhai Tika | National Holiday | |
| Monday | Laxmi Puja | National Holiday | |
| Sunday | Chaath Puja | National Holiday | |
| Monday | Guru Nanak's Birthday (Full moon of the month Kartik) | National Holiday | |
| Monday | Christmas Day | National Holiday | |
| Tuesday | Udhauli Parva | Regional Holiday |