Is Thadingyut Festival of Lights a public holiday in Myanmar?

Thadingyut Festival of Lights is a Festival in Myanmar, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.

When is Thadingyut Festival of Lights 2026?

Thadingyut Festival of Lights 2026 falls on October 25, 2026 – October 27, 2026.

Thadingyut Festival of Lights is locally known as "သီတင်းကျွတ်" in Myanmar.

Name: Thadingyut Festival of Lights
Start: 2026-10-25
End: 2026-10-27
Location: 1298824

သီတင်းကျွတ်

Sunday, October 25, 2026 – Tuesday, October 27, 2026Check 2027 dates →

Country: Myanmar
Scope: Nationwide
City: 1298824
Type: Festival
Gazetted: No — not an official day off
Month: October 2026
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Date may vary: ±1 days (Subject to official confirmation)
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Impact Description: This is a cultural festival. Business hours may vary in the local area.

A festival of lights marking the end of Buddhist Lent, when homes, pagodas, and streets are illuminated with candles and lanterns.

Is Thadingyut Festival of Lights a public holiday in Myanmar?: Thadingyut Festival of Lights is a Festival in Myanmar, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.
When is Thadingyut Festival of Lights 2026?: Thadingyut Festival of Lights 2026 falls on October 25, 2026 – October 27, 2026.
What is Thadingyut Festival of Lights called locally in Myanmar?: Thadingyut Festival of Lights is locally known as "သီတင်းကျွတ်" in Myanmar.

Source: Curated festivals (LLM)Manual