November 2026 Festivals, Calendar: November brings major Indian festivals, religious celebrations, national observances and international awareness days. From Diwali and Bhai Dooj to Chhath Puja, Guru Nanak Jayanti, Children’s Day and Constitution Day, the month offers several important dates to remember.
If you are searching for the November 2026 festival list, important days in November, national days in India or international days, this calendar brings the key dates together in one place.
Indian Festivals in November 2026
Here are the major Indian festivals expected during November 2026.
| Date | Day | Festival |
|---|---|---|
| November 6 | Friday | Dhanteras |
| November 7 | Saturday | Kali Chaudas |
| November 8 | Sunday | Diwali / Deepavali and Lakshmi Puja |
| November 10 | Tuesday | Govardhan Puja / Annakut |
| November 11 | Wednesday | Bhai Dooj |
| November 15 | Sunday | Chhath Puja |
| November 24 | Tuesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti / Gurpurab |
| November 24 | Tuesday | Kartik Purnima and Dev Deepavali |
Note: Festival dates and observances may vary according to regional Panchang calculations and religious traditions. In Gujarat, Diwali-related celebrations such as Bestu Varas may follow different local calendar conventions. Confirm dates with a local Panchang before making religious or travel plans.
Important National Days in India – November 2026
India observes several important national days during November, including occasions related to education, children, public health and the Constitution.
| Date | Day | National Day / Observance |
|---|---|---|
| November 7 | Saturday | National Cancer Awareness Day |
| November 9 | Monday | National Legal Services Day |
| November 11 | Wednesday | National Education Day |
| November 14 | Saturday | Children’s Day |
| November 19 | Thursday | National Integration Day |
| November 26 | Thursday | Constitution Day of India |
Why These Dates Matter
- National Cancer Awareness Day – November 7: Promotes awareness about cancer prevention, early detection and access to treatment.
- National Legal Services Day – November 9: Highlights the importance of legal aid and access to justice.
- National Education Day – November 11: Commemorates the birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, independent India’s first Education Minister.
- Children’s Day – November 14: Celebrates children and highlights their welfare, education and development.
- National Integration Day – November 19: Commonly observed in connection with the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
- Constitution Day – November 26: Commemorates the adoption of the Constitution of India on November 26, 1949.
International Days in November 2026
The United Nations and its associated organisations recognise international days that raise awareness of important global issues. The following list includes key international observances scheduled for November 2026.
| Date | Day | International Day / Observance |
|---|---|---|
| November 1 | Sunday | World Vegan Day |
| November 2 | Monday | International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists |
| November 3 | Tuesday | International Day for Biosphere Reserves |
| November 5 | Thursday | World Tsunami Awareness Day |
| November 6 | Friday | International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict |
| November 9–15 | Monday–Sunday | International Week of Science and Peace |
| November 10 | Tuesday | World Science Day for Peace and Development |
| November 13 | Friday | World Kindness Day |
| November 14 | Saturday | World Diabetes Day |
| November 15 | Sunday | World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims |
| November 16 | Monday | International Day for Tolerance |
| November 17 | Tuesday | International Students’ Day |
| November 18–24 | Wednesday–Tuesday | World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week |
| November 19 | Thursday | World Toilet Day and World Philosophy Day |
| November 20 | Friday | World Children’s Day |
| November 21 | Saturday | World Television Day |
| November 25 | Wednesday | International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women |
| November 26 | Thursday | World Sustainable Transport Day |
| November 29 | Sunday | International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People |
| November 30 | Monday | Day of Remembrance for All Victims of Chemical Warfare |
Some dates in this table are widely observed awareness days rather than official United Nations observances. International Students’ Day and World Kindness Day are commonly recognised, but are not listed as UN international days. World Philosophy Day is observed on the third Thursday of November.
Important Days in November 2026: Date-Wise Calendar
Here is a quick-reference list of selected festivals and observances for November.
| Date | Important Day |
|---|---|
| November 1 | World Vegan Day |
| November 2 | International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists |
| November 3 | International Day for Biosphere Reserves |
| November 5 | World Tsunami Awareness Day |
| November 6 | Dhanteras; International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict |
| November 7 | Kali Chaudas; National Cancer Awareness Day |
| November 8 | Diwali; Lakshmi Puja |
| November 9 | National Legal Services Day |
| November 10 | Govardhan Puja; World Science Day for Peace and Development |
| November 11 | Bhai Dooj; National Education Day |
| November 13 | World Kindness Day |
| November 14 | Children’s Day; World Diabetes Day |
| November 15 | Chhath Puja; World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims |
| November 16 | International Day for Tolerance |
| November 19 | National Integration Day; International Men’s Day; World Toilet Day |
| November 20 | World Children’s Day |
| November 21 | World Television Day |
| November 24 | Guru Nanak Jayanti; Kartik Purnima; Dev Deepavali |
| November 25 | International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women |
| November 26 | Constitution Day of India; World Sustainable Transport Day |
| November 29 | International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People |
| November 30 | Day of Remembrance for All Victims of Chemical Warfare |
Bank Holidays in November 2026
November includes major religious festivals, but bank holidays vary by state and institution. Diwali falls on November 8 in the 2026 India Post holiday calendar, and Guru Nanak Jayanti falls on November 24. Since November 8 is a Sunday, the applicable bank holiday arrangements should be checked against the official RBI holiday list and the relevant state calendar.
People planning banking transactions, government office visits or travel should confirm local holiday notifications before relying on a date.
Conclusion
November 2026 includes major celebrations such as Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj, Chhath Puja and Guru Nanak Jayanti, along with important Indian observances such as Children’s Day, National Education Day and Constitution Day.
Keeping this calendar handy can help families plan celebrations, students prepare school activities, and readers stay informed about important national and international dates.
Bookmark this November 2026 calendar and check official government, United Nations and local Panchang sources for any date-specific changes.
Also read, Diwali 2026 Calendar: Dates, Lakshmi Puja Muhurat & Gujarati New Year
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