Public Holidays in Indonesia 2025 – National & Religious Calendar
Indonesia recognizes a comprehensive set of public holidays each year. These include national holidays, major religious festivals, and “joint leave” (cuti bersama) days that lengthen holiday periods. The government issues a joint ministerial decree to determine official and collective leave days.
Overview of Indonesia’s Public Holidays
In 2025, Indonesia has 17 national holidays plus several collective leave (cuti bersama) days aimed at creating longer continuous breaks. Some holidays are fixed (e.g., New Year’s Day, Independence Day), while others follow religious calendars (e.g., Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, Islamic New Year) or local calendars (Nyepi in Bali). “Cuti bersama” are additional days off declared to support domestic travel and leisure.
List of Public Holidays in Indonesia (2025)
| Date | Day | Holiday | Notes / Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 January | Wednesday | New Year’s Day | Start of Gregorian year |
| 27 January | Monday | Isra Mi’raj | Ascension of Prophet Muhammad (Islamic) |
| 29 January | Wednesday | Chinese New Year / Imlek | Lunar New Year celebration |
| 29 March | Saturday | Nyepi (Day of Silence, Bali) | Balinese Hindu New Year; full-day silence in Bali |
| 31 March – 1 April | Mon – Tue | Eid al-Fitr | End of Ramadan; multiple days off |
| 18 April | Friday | Good Friday | Christian observance |
| 20 April | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Christian holiday |
| 1 May | Thursday | Labour Day | International Workers’ Day |
| 12 May | Monday | Vesak Day (Waisak) | Buddha’s birth, enlightenment & passing |
| 29 May | Thursday | Ascension Day of Jesus Christ | Christian observance |
| 1 June | Sunday | Pancasila Day | Commemorates Indonesia’s state philosophy |
| 6 June | Friday | Eid al-Adha | Feast of Sacrifice (Islam) |
| 27 June | Friday | Islamic New Year / Muharram | Start of Islamic year |
| 17 August | Sunday | Independence Day | Proclamation of independence (1945) |
| 5 September | Friday | Maulid Nabi | Birthday of Prophet Muhammad |
| 25 December | Thursday | Christmas Day | Christian holiday |
| 26 December | Friday | Christmas Holiday (Joint Leave) | Cuti bersama to extend Christmas break |
Note: “Joint leave / cuti bersama” days are additional non-working days declared by the government to extend certain holiday periods.
Collective Leave (Cuti Bersama)
The Indonesian government often declares joint leave days (cuti bersama) around major religious holidays such as Eid al-Fitr and Christmas to create longer breaks and support travel and tourism. In 2025, several days around Eid al-Fitr and Christmas are designated as collective leave.
Significance & Observances
- Nyepi (Balinese Day of Silence): 24 hours of silence, fasting, and meditation across Bali; airports and roads largely close.
- Eid al-Fitr / Lebaran: A peak travel period (mudik) as people return to their hometowns; family gatherings and charitable giving.
- Pancasila Day (1 June): Honors Indonesia’s foundational philosophy.
- Independence Day (17 August): Flag-hoisting ceremonies, parades, community games nationwide.
- Collective leave days: Intended to promote domestic tourism and provide longer rest during major festivals.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many national holidays does Indonesia have in 2025?
Indonesia has 17 national public holidays in 2025.
What are “joint leave / cuti bersama” days?
They are extra leave days declared by the government to extend holidays (e.g., around Eid, Christmas). Many public offices and companies observe them.
Why does Bali have Nyepi that differs from other regions?
Nyepi follows the Balinese Saka calendar and is observed only in Bali with a full day of silence and minimal public activity.
Do religious holiday dates shift each year?
Yes. Islamic, Hindu, and Buddhist holidays follow their respective religious or lunar calendars, so the corresponding Gregorian dates vary each year.
Conclusion
Public holidays in Indonesia reflect the country’s cultural and religious diversity. From national observances like Independence Day to religious celebrations and collective leave days, these holidays mark important traditions, family reunions, and rest periods across the archipelago.
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