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Summer Vacation in May 2026: The month of May marks the peak of the summer season and presents fantastic opportunities for travel and exploration. If you are looking to take a break from work or studies to plan a trip, now is the perfect time. By combining public holidays with weekends, you can easily plan an extended vacation this month.

During May, hill regions, hill stations, and cooler destinations remain the most popular choices for travelers within India. Meanwhile, some people opt for international travel or beach destinations. With proper planning, you can enjoy a magnificent trip even on a modest budget.

In this article, we will provide you with a detailed overview of the holiday calendar for May 2026—including long weekends and the best places to visit—to help you plan your trip effectively.

When are the Holidays in May 2026?

On May 1st, banks will remain closed in several regions—including Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal—due to Buddha Purnima and May Day.
On May 9th, banks in West Bengal will remain closed in observance of Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti.
On May 16th, banks in Gangtok will remain closed in observance of State Day.
On May 26th, banks in Agartala will remain closed to mark the birth anniversary of Kazi Nazrul Islam.

On May 27th, banks will remain closed in numerous cities due to Eid al-Adha. These cities include Agartala, Ahmedabad, Aizawl, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Imphal, Jammu, Kanpur, Kochi, Kohima, Kolkata, Lucknow, New Delhi, Raipur, Ranchi, Shillong, Shimla, Srinagar, Thiruvananthapuram, and Vijayawada.
On May 28th, banks will remain closed in Belapur, Bengaluru, Chennai, Jaipur, Jammu, Mumbai, Nagpur, Panaji, Patna, and Srinagar due to Bakrid (Eid-ul-Adha).

Long Weekends in May

Although there are not many government holidays this month, you can still plan a mini-trip by making smart use of the weekends. All banks across the country will remain closed on May 9th—the second Saturday of the month—and May 23rd—the fourth Saturday of the month. Additionally, many offices observe holidays on both Saturdays and Sundays. Consequently, you could have the opportunity to plan weekend getaways on May 2–3, May 9–10, May 16–17, May 23–24, and May 30–31, 2026.

**Where to Travel in May?**

Even if you don't have an extended leave, make it a point to carve out two days to plan a trip. You can visit destinations such as Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Nainital, Shimla, Manali, or Chopta. The weather in these regions during May is cool and pleasant. These places are ideal for a short trip lasting two to three days. Here, you can also indulge in adventure activities such as trekking, camping, and river rafting.

**How to Plan Your Trip?**

To make the most of a weekend trip, it is essential to book your arrangements in advance. Travel is at its peak during May, so flight tickets and hotel accommodations may be expensive. Try to choose less crowded locations and explore offbeat destinations. If you are on a tight budget, consider traveling by train and opting for local hotels or homestays. Traveling in a group can also help further reduce expenses.

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