School children are going to get many holidays in the month of August. This month there is a lot of holidays in schools which include big festivals like Independence Day, Raksha Bandhan, Janmashtami and some special occasions . So if you are also planning a holiday for your children or want to take a break from studies yourself, then this list is useful for you .

School Holidays In August: The special month of August

This month is going to be fun for school children . On one hand there are national festivals like Independence Day, on the other hand there are festivals like Raksha Bandhan, Janmashtami and Onam . There will be holidays in schools on all these occasions . In such a situation, you can take your child for a trip, spend time with family or relax a bit for exam preparation .

Rakshabandhan Date: Raksha Bandhan (9 August-Saturday)

Raksha Bandhan is on 9th August, which is a special festival of brother-sister love . Schools are closed on this day especially in North India, Delhi, UP, Rajasthan and Haryana . Sisters tie Rakhi on their brother’s wrist and the brother promises to protect them, so on this day children will not have to go to school and will also get sweets and gifts at home .

Purnima: Jhulan Purnima (13 to 17 August)

Jhulan Purnima festival is celebrated with great pomp in West Bengal, Odisha and Eastern India . This is a festival related to the swing of Radha-Krishna which lasts for several days . During this time, there may be a holiday in some schools of these states, so children of Bengali and Oriya families can enjoy this occasion .

Republic Day 15 August: Independence Day (15 August – Friday)

The whole country celebrates independence on 15th August . Flag hoisting, cultural programs and dramas will take place in the schools in the morning . After this, children will get a holiday . This day will bring a special atmosphere in every school, where children will be seen painted in the colors of patriotism .

When is Krishna Janmastami: Janmashtami (16 August – Saturday)

Janmashtami is on 16th August, which is celebrated as the birthday of Lord Krishna . Schools are closed on this day in states like UP, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra . Children can participate in Matki breaking and Puja rituals at home . Many schools may also give holidays on the days around this day .

Onam Kab Hai: Onam (26 to 28 August )

Onam is a famous festival of Kerala which will be celebrated from 26th to 28th August . In which the joy of harvest is celebrated . Rangoli ( Pookalam ) , dance and delicious food are enjoyed . Especially on the day of Thiruvonam , schools will be completely closed , so the children of Kerala can enjoy this festival to the fullest .

Ganesh Chaturvedi When is: Ganesh Chaturthi (27 August – Wednesday )

Ganesh Chaturthi is on 27th August which is celebrated with great pomp in Maharashtra , Goa , Karnataka and Telangana . People install idols of Ganesha and worship them . In many states , schools remain closed so that children can attend family and social events .​​​​​​​

So there are so many holidays in August that you can plan a trip with your child or you can refresh yourself by taking a break from studies . Just note down these dates and spend time with fun . This season of holidays in schools can become memorable for children .​​​​

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