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Guru Purnima (Asadha Purnima, Vyasa Purnima) is a festival where many Hindus and Buddhists pay respect to their Guru or spiritual guide. It is observed on the full moon day, Purnima, in the Hindu month of Ashadh, which is usually June or July.
Is Guru Purnima a Public Holiday?
Guru Purnima is not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours.
Guru Purnima is a day to thank teachers, guides, and mentors.
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About Guru Purnima
Read more about Guru Purnima.Guru Purnima Observances
Holiday currently only shown for years 2009–2025.
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Tue | Jul 7 | Guru Purnima | Observance |
| 2010 | Sun | Jul 25 | Guru Purnima | Observance |
| 2011 | Fri | Jul 15 | Guru Purnima | Observance |
| 2012 | Tue | Jul 3 | Guru Purnima | Observance |
| 2013 | Mon | Jul 22 | Guru Purnima | Observance |
| 2014 | Sat | Jul 12 | Guru Purnima | Observance |
| 2015 | Fri | Jul 31 | Guru Purnima | Observance |
| 2016 | Tue | Jul 19 | Guru Purnima | Observance |
| 2017 | Sun | Jul 9 | Guru Purnima | Observance |
| 2018 | Fri | Jul 27 | Guru Purnima | Observance |
| 2019 | Tue | Jul 16 | Guru Purnima | Observance |
| 2020 | Sun | Jul 5 | Guru Purnima | Observance |
| 2021 | Sat | Jul 24 | Guru Purnima | Observance |
| 2022 | Wed | Jul 13 | Guru Purnima | Observance |
| 2023 | Mon | Jul 3 | Guru Purnima | Observance |
| 2024 | Sun | Jul 21 | Guru Purnima | Observance |
| 2025 | Thu | Jul 10 | Guru Purnima | Observance |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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