February School Holidays: Children will have a great time in February, as schools will remain closed for several days..
February 2026 School Holidays: As the new month begins, the calendar page has turned. The wonderful month of February, with its spring breezes, has also brought good news in the form of holidays. Although February is the shortest month of the year, it's not short on holidays. This time, the red marks (holidays) on the February 2026 calendar are arranged in such a way that children are in for a real treat! Some schools will be closed due to festivals, while long weekends will double the fun.
While 10th and 12th-grade students might be stressed about board exams, this month is going to be all about "outdoor games" and "picnics" for younger students. Starting with Guru Ravidas Jayanti and continuing through Mahashivratri and Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti, there's such a string of holidays that school bags will be left lying in a corner. So kids, tighten your bicycle chains and get out your cricket bats... because February is going to give you plenty of opportunities to "chill" and take a break from the pressure of studies!
The 'Super Sunday' Holiday Connection
February has started with a bang. February 1st, Guru Ravidas Jayanti, was a Sunday holiday. Following that, there are also Sunday holidays on February 8th, 15th, and 22nd... meaning a break every week is guaranteed. In addition, many schools also have holidays on Saturdays.
Shivratri and Shivaji Jayanti: Double the Fun!
This time, the auspicious festival of Mahashivratri falls on February 15th. Although it's on a Sunday, in many states, the festive atmosphere continues the next day as well. For children in Maharashtra, February 19th (Thursday) is nothing short of a jackpot. All schools in the state will be closed for Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti. If you manage to get a day off on Friday, you'll get a mega-holiday from Thursday to Sunday!
Saturday's Special Treat: When the Fun is Four Times Over
For students in schools that have holidays on the second and fourth Saturdays, February 14th and February 28th will also be days of fun. February 14th is the second Saturday, and the 15th is Sunday... that means two consecutive days off! This is the perfect time to hang out with friends or visit grandparents.
What about siblings taking board exams?
While younger children will be having fun, February will be a bit more "serious" for older siblings (10th and 12th graders). Exams for various boards, from the Bihar Board to CBSE, are starting around this time. For them, these holidays won't be for fun, but for revision and self-study. So, if you have a child taking board exams at home, keep the noise down and encourage them to focus on their studies.
Tip for Parents: How to make the most of the holidays?
The weather in February is neither too cold nor too hot, so these February holidays are a great time to take children to a historical site or a park. Just keep in mind that some holidays may vary depending on the state, so be sure to check the school's notice board.
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