Tamil Nadu Public Holiday List 2022

Team AckodriveJun 6, 2022

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Tamil Nadu is known for India’s finest temples and architecture dating back two millennia. The land of Tamils boasts of its rich language in the form of poetry, dance and other forms of art. The modern Tamil Nadu is vibrant with urban metros such as Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Salem, Trichy, among others. We have compiled the list of Tamil Nadu public holidays in 2022 and several festivals celebrated in the state.

Tamil Nadu Public Holidays

Tamil Nadu Public Holidays Calendar:

During these public holidays, institutions and most businesses remain closed to observe a national holiday or to celebrate a religious festival. Below are the Tamil Nadu General Holidays calendar along with the list of 2022 Tamil Nadu Public Holidays:

List of Holidays 2022 in Tamil Nadu:

Holidays in Tamil Nadu During January 2022

Day Date Holiday Name
Saturday 1 January New Years Day
Saturday 15 January Pongal & Thiruvallur Day
Sunday 16 January Uzhavar Thirunal
Tuesday 18 January Thaipoosam
Wednesday 26 January Republic Day

Holidays in Tamil Nadu During February 2022

No public holidays in Tamil Nadu during February 2022.

Holidays in Tamil Nadu During March 2022

No public holidays in Tamil Nadu during March 2022.

Holidays in Tamil Nadu April 2022

Day Date Holiday Name
Thursday 14 April Mahavir Jayanti, Tamil New Year & Dr Ambedkar Jayanti
Friday 15 April Good Friday

Holidays in Tamil Nadu During May 2022

Day Date Holiday Name
Sunday 01 May May Day
Tuesday 03 May Eid-Ul-Fitr

Holidays in Tamil Nadu During June 2022

No public holidays in Tamil Nadu during June 2022.

Holidays in Tamil Nadu During July 2022

Day Date Holiday Name
Sunday 10 July Bakrid / Eid al Adha

Holidays in Tamil Nadu During August 2022

Day Date Holiday Name
Tuesday 09 August Muharram
Monday 15 August Independence Day
Friday 19 August Janmashtami
Wednesday 31 August Vinayaka Chaturthi

Holidays in Tamil Nadu During September 2022

No public holidays in Tamil Nadu during September 2022.

Holidays in Tamil Nadu During October 2022

Day Date Holiday Name
Sunday 2 October Gandhi Jayanti
Tuesday 04 October Ayutha Pooja & Maha Navami
Wednesday 05 October Vijaya Dashami
Sunday 09 October Eid-e-Milad
Monday 24 October Diwali

Holidays in Tamil Nadu During November 2022

No public holidays in Tamil Nadu during November 2022.

Holidays in Tamil Nadu During December 2022

Day Date Holiday Name
Sunday 25 December Christmas

Note: The above list of Tamil Nadu holidays is applicable across the state. Also, it’s for cities listed below:

  • Chennai

  • Coimbatore

  • Madurai

  • Tiruchirappalli

  • Salem

  • Vellore

  • Tiruppur

  • Thanjavur

  • Erode

  • Thoothukudi

  • Rameswaram

  • Ooty

  • Kodaikanal

  • Hosur

Also, read: India Public Holidays List 2022

Festivals and Important Days in Tamil Nadu:

Along with national holidays, Tamil Nadu celebrates religious festivals which are unique to its land and traditions. Here are some of the famous festivals of Tamil Nadu:

  • Chennai: Without a doubt, the capital city of Tamil Nadu offers an insight into South India. You can visit the popular Marina beach to savour the street food of Chennai amidst the sea breeze or offers pooja at the Kapaleeshwara temple or you could take a walk through the vibrant market and bazaars.

  • Mahabalipuram: A must visit when you are in Tamil Nadu. The intricately built temples and monuments dating back to the 7th and 8th centuries is a sight to behold. Situated close to Chennai, the city offers beaches, resorts and visit to the magnificent monuments will keep every visitors enthralled.

  • Mudumalai: The first Biosphere Reserve in India, Mudumalai was declared as a tiger reserve in 2007. You can visit the place for wildlife safaris. The Mudumalai Tiger Reserve offers several ecotourism activities for visitors.

  • Thanjavur: The city was the capital of the Chola empire during the 10th century. Thanjavur is also known as the granary and rice bowl of the state. The Brahadeeshwara Temple reveals the brilliant architecture of the Cholan dynasty and has been declared as a world heritage site.

  • Pondicherry: The Union Territory of India, Pondicherry was a French colonial city and continues to enthral visitors from across the world. From serene beaches to the meditation centre of Matrimandir located in Auroville, Pondicherry is a great tourist destination.

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