List of Holidays in September 2024 – Festivals, Bank Holidays

Holidays in September 2024: September is the end of the monsoon season. This particular month comes with a pleasant climate. Holidays are a time for us to relax after having had days full of work. They serve as breaks that are essential for an individual to take, to function efficiently. September 2024 holidays give us the chance to take a break from our routine life, spend time with our dear ones, plan out a trip, and relax.

In this article, we have covered the Holidays in September 2024 List along with Bank and School Holiday and many more.

Let’s dive right in.

List of Holidays in September 2024

List of Holidays in September 2024

The following is the list of September Holidays in 2024:

September 2024 Holidays
Date	Day	Holiday	Celebrated In
07 th September 2024	Saturday	Ganesh Chaturthi	All over India
08 th September 2024	Sunday	Samvatsari	Gujarat
08 th September 2024	Sunday	Nuakhai	Odisha
13 th September 2024	Friday	Ramdev Jayanti, Teja Dashmi	Rajasthan
14 th September 2024	Saturday	First Onam	Kerala
15 th September 2024	Sunday	Thiruvonam	Kerala
16 th September 2024	Monday	Eid e Milad	All over India
16 th September 2024	Monday	Vishwakarma Puja	Rajasthan, Haryana and Punjab
17 th September 2024	Tuesday	Indra Jatra	Sikkim
18 th September 2024	Wednesday	Sree Narayana Guru Jayanti	Kerala
21 th September 2024	Saturday	Shree Narayana Guru Samadhi	Kerala
23 th September 2024	Monday	Haryana Heroes Martyrdom Day	Haryana

Bank Holidays in September 2024

Except public holidays, there are bank holidays also. On bank holidays the banking organisations stay closed. In September 2024 banks will also be closed on specific mentioned days as per RBI’s guidelines. The following is the list of bank holidays in September 2024:

List of Bank Holidays in September 2024
Date	Day	Holiday	Celebrated in
07 th September 2024	Saturday	Vinayaka Chaturthi	All over India
08 th September 2024	Sunday	Nuakhai	Odisha
13 th September 2024	Friday	Ramdev Jayanti, Teja Dashmi	Rajasthan
14 th September 2024	Saturday	Onam	Kerala
14 th September 2024	Saturday	2nd Saturday	All over India
15 th September 2024	Sunday	Thiruvonam	Kerala
16 th September 2024	Monday	Eid e Milad	All over India
17 th September 2024	Tuesday	Indra Jatra	Sikkim
18 th September 2024	Wednesday	Sree Narayana Guru Jayanti	Kerala
21 th September 2024	Saturday	Shree Narayana Guru Samadhi	Kerala
23 th September 2024	Monday	Heroes’ Martyrdom Day	Haryana
28 th September 2024	Saturday	4th Saturday	All over India

School Holidays in September 2024

Having an idea of the number of holidays in the month of September, will help students & parents plan out their events accordingly. The following is the list of School Holidays in September 2024:

Date	Day	Festival	Celebrated in
7 September 2024	Saturday	Ganesh Chaturthi	All over India
15 September 2024	Sunday	Onam	Kerala
16 September 2024	Monday	Milad-un-Nabi	Date

September 2024 Federal Holidays

• Labor Day: Observed on Monday, September 2, 2024
• Columbus Day: Celebrated on Monday, October 14, 2024

Social Media Holidays September 2024

• World Alzheimer’s Month: A time to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and support those affected by it. (September)
• National Video Games Day: Celebrated on September 12, this day is perfect for gamers to share their love for video games. #NationalVideoGamesDay!
• National Hispanic Heritage Month (US): This month-long celebration starts on September 15 and continues until October 15. It’s an opportunity to honor the contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities.
• International Equal Pay Day: Observed on September 18, this day highlights the importance of pay equity and equal opportunities in the workplace.
• World Alzheimer’s Day: Marked on September 21, this day aims to educate and advocate for better understanding of Alzheimer’s disease.
• International Podcast Day: On September 30, celebrate the world of podcasts and share your favorites using #InternationalPodcastDay! 

September 2024 Religious Holidays

• Krishna Janmashtami: Celebrated on September 1, this Hindu festival marks the birth of Lord Krishna.
• Ganesh Chaturthi: Observed on September 5, this festival honors Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity.
• Nativity of Mary: Commemorated on September 8, this Christian feast celebrates the birth of the Virgin Mary.
• Holy Cross Day: Recognized on September 14, it commemorates the cross on which Jesus was crucified.
• Mawlid al-Nabi: Celebrated on September 14, this Islamic holiday marks the birth of the Prophet Muhammad.
• Onam: A major festival in Kerala, India, celebrated on September 14, it is associated with harvest and cultural festivities.
• Vishwakarma Puja: Observed on September 20, it honors Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect.
• Anant Chaturdashi: Celebrated on September 22, it marks the end of the ten-day Ganesh Chaturthi festival.

Festivals Details of September Holidays 2024

We celebrate various festivals in the month of September, some of them are discussed below:

• Sree Narayana Guru Jayanti is celebrated as the birthday of Narayana Guru. He was a saint and social reformer. The celebration consists with so many activities, including communal harmony processions, etc.

• Haryana Heroes’ Martyrdom Day is celebrated to honor the state martyrs. Families of those martyrs get special recognition during celebrations. Brave freedom fighters and retired soldiers join this celebration.

• Shaheed Bhagat Singh Ji Jayanti is Bhagat Singh Ji’s birthday. Bhagat Singh sacrificed his life for the freedom struggle.
• Indra Jatra is a big festival for the Newar people in Sikkim in the beginning of fall season. It involves so many special rituals including chariot processions with the deity and masked dance. It is a eight days’ celebration.

• Ramdev Jayanti is celebrated in Rajasthan. Ramdev was a spiritual leader and dedicated his entire funds for the betterment of poor section of society.

• Eid-e-Milad is a very special occasion to remember the birth of Prophet Muhammad. Also called Nabi Day. It brings great joy to Muslims in India.

Top Travel Destinations to During September Holidays 2024

Here are some destinations for you to visit in the month of September.

1. Varanasi is also known as Benaras. It is the spiritual capital of India and one of the oldest cities in the world.

Important sites: Manikarnika Ghat, Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dashashwamedh Ghat, are a must visit. Sunset from the Varanasi Ghats and Arti is so famous.

2. Kashmir is known as the ‘Paradise on Earth’.

Notable Places: Srinagar, Daal Lake, Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Nishat Bagh, Pahalgam, and Jama Masjid are among the most loved places in Kashmir.

3. Ooty– It is a hill station in India. September is the ideal month to visit this place.

Notable Places: Government Botanical Gardens, Deer Park, Kamraj Sagar Dam, and Tea Museum.

4. Tarkali beach is a famous tourist spot in Maharashtra. It is a unique combination of serene beaches,mountains, and charming waterfalls.

September Holidays 2024 – FAQs

Is there a holiday on 19th September 2023?

It is Ganesh Chaturthi on 19th September 2023.

Will banks remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays in September 2024?

Banks will be closed on the second and fourth Saturdays in September 2024.

When is Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi?

Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi on 20th September is a special public holiday.

Name some festivals celebrated in September.

Some festivals celebrated in September are: Ganesh Chaturthi, Onam, Eid e Milad, Indra Jatra, Ramdev Jayanti to name a few.

How will having a list of holidays in September help us in planning?

The list of holidays in September 2024 in advance helps to plan the outings on these dates without messing up your office projects, school homework & college assignments. For people living apart from their family and hometown because of their studies and jobs, these holidays in September, are a chance to have family time together.