🇳🇵 Ekadashi (Dashain) in Nepal

Ekadashi (Dashain) is a public holiday observed in Nepal. It is classified as a Public Holiday. See the dates, history and observance details on this page, or browse all public holidays in Nepal.

This year, Ekadashi (Dashain) falls on {'year': 2026, 'name': 'Ekadashi (Dashain)', 'date_iso': '2026-10-21', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2026, 10, 21), 'date_display': '21 Oct 2026', 'day_of_week': 'Wednesday'} in Nepal.

Next year, Ekadashi (Dashain) will be observed on {'year': 2027, 'name': 'Ekadashi (Dashain)', 'date_iso': '2027-10-10', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2027, 10, 10), 'date_display': '10 Oct 2027', 'day_of_week': 'Sunday'} in Nepal. Movable holidays can change weekday and date year to year.

Last year, Ekadashi (Dashain) was observed on {'year': 2025, 'name': 'Ekadashi (Dashain)', 'date_iso': '2025-10-03', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2025, 10, 3), 'date_display': '03 Oct 2025', 'day_of_week': 'Friday'} in Nepal.

Yes, Ekadashi (Dashain) is recognized as a public holiday in Nepal. Most government offices, banks and many schools close, and some businesses may operate on reduced hours. Specific closures vary by industry and region.

You can download an iCal (.ics) file for Ekadashi (Dashain) from this page and import it into Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook, or any standard calendar app. The Nepal holidays page lists every other holiday you can subscribe to the same way.