October 2025 Holidays in Telangana
Explore the Telangana October 2025 holidays list with Dussehra, Diwali, and major festivals. Plan family trips and celebrations with this updated guide.
Whether you’re traveling with family, friends, or colleagues, YoDrives self-drive cars and rentals make exploring Telangana simple, flexible, and comfortable.
🗓️ Complete Telangana October 2025 Holidays List
👉 Travel Tip: Combine Oct 1–5 or Oct 19–22 with one or two leave days to plan a Telangana road trip during the October 2025 festive season.Link to a verified external holiday calendar,Government of Telangana Holiday Calendar 2025
🌟 Major October 2025 Festivals in Telangana
1. Maha Navami & Ayudha Puja — October 1 (Wednesday)
Maha Navami, part of the Navratri celebrations, is devoted to Goddess Durga and worship of tools, vehicles, and instruments on Ayudha Puja.
Best Places to Experience:
- Ujjaini Mahakali Temple, Secunderabad – Special Durga Alankaram and pujas.
- Kanaka Durga Temple, Vijayawada – Huge Navratri processions and riverbank lighting.
- Jogulamba Temple, Alampur – Shakti Peetha worship with traditional chants.
🍴 Must-Try Foods: Pulihora, Poornalu, and festival prasadam.
🚗 YoDrives Tip: Rent a self-drive car for the Navratri temple circuit covering Vijayawada, Alampur, and Yadagirigutta.
2. Vijaya Dashami (Dussehra) + Gandhi Jayanti — October 2 (Thursday)
A day of triumph and peace Dussehra celebrates victory of good over evil while Gandhi Jayanti honors the Father of the Nation.
Best Places to Celebrate:
- Hyderabad Parade Grounds – Cultural performances and Ravana effigy burning.
- Warangal Fort & Thousand Pillar Temple – Historic festivities.
- Bhadrachalam – Rama Leela performances and riverbank rituals.
🍴 Local Delights: Bobbatlu, Garelu, and Halwa.
🚗 YoDrives Suggestion: Book a YoDrives Innova or Ertiga for a weekend temple tour covering Warangal and Bhadrachalam.
3. Papankusha Ekadashi — October 3 (Friday)
This day follows Dussehra and is considered spiritually powerful for Vishnu worship.
Peaceful Destinations:
- Yadagirigutta Temple – Serene for family visits.
- Srisailam – Combine spirituality with a scenic Nallamala forest drive.
🚗 YoDrives Tip: Plan an overnight trip to Srisailam using YoDrives SUV or Sedan for a comfortable forest drive.
4. Karva Chauth — October 10 (Friday)
While not a Telangana public holiday, Karva Chauth is observed by many families for marital well-being.
🌕 Celebration Spots: Hyderabad’s community events and temples like ISKCON Kukatpally host special evening prayers.
🍴 Try: Sweets like Rasgulla and Kaju Barfi from local Halwais.
5. Diwali (Deepavali) — October 21 (Tuesday)
The festival of lights brightens homes and streets across Telangana with lanterns, rangolis, and fireworks.
🎆 Best Places to Enjoy Diwali:
- Necklace Road & Hussain Sagar, Hyderabad – Evening fireworks and lakefront views.
- Warangal & Nizamabad – Temple decorations and local fair stalls.
- Ananthagiri Hills – Peaceful Diwali retreat surrounded by nature.
🍴 Festive Delicacies: Laddus, Chaklis, Kova Kajjikayalu.
🚗 YoDrives Suggestion: Book a YoDrives self-drive car for a family Diwali getaway to Ananthagiri or Nagarjuna Sagar.
🌴 Long Weekends in October 2025
1️⃣ Oct 1 (Wed) – Oct 5 (Sun): Celebrate Maha Navami, Dussehra, and Gandhi Jayanti — a perfect extended break in the Telangana October 2025 holidays list.
2️⃣ Oct 18 (Sat) – Oct 21 (Tue): Take Oct 20 leave for a 4-day Diwali getaway, part of the Telangana October 2025 holidays list.
💡 Pro Tip: Use these long weekends from the Telangana October 2025 holidays list to plan temple visits, cultural tours, or eco-retreats across Telangana with YoDrives.
🏞️ Best Places to Visit During October 2025 Holidays in Telangana
Whether you’re planning a family trip, a festive getaway, or an adventure with friends, these destinations make the Telangana October 2025 holidays list truly memorable.
- Srisailam: Jyotirlinga temple + Nallamala forest drive.
- Warangal: Ramappa Temple (UNESCO site) & festive temple events.
- Yadagirigutta: Quick family temple visit.
- Nagarjuna Sagar: Scenic waterfalls and dam views.
- Ananthagiri Hills: Perfect for Diwali getaways.
- Bhongir Fort: Adventure trek for friends and office groups.
- Araku Valley (Via Vizag): Green valleys & coffee plantations.
🚆 Public Transport Options
While the Telangana October 2025 holidays list is perfect for self drive trips with YoDrives, public transport is also available for convenience.
1️⃣ Buses: Book luxury buses on eTravelSmart for intercity routes.
2️⃣ Trains: Regular connections from Hyderabad to Warangal, Vijayawada, and Vizag.
3️⃣ Flights: Rajiv Gandhi International Airport links Hyderabad to Bengaluru, Chennai, and Goa.
🚘 Best Option: For flexible family and office trips, choose YoDrives self drive cars or driver included packages for stress free festive travel.
⭐ Customer Testimonial
❓ FAQs
Q1. What are the major holidays in the Telangana October 2025 holidays list?
A: Maha Navami (Oct 1), Dussehra & Gandhi Jayanti (Oct 2), Papankusha Ekadashi (Oct 3), and Diwali (Oct 21).
Q2. Are there long weekends in the Telangana October 2025 holidays list?
A: Yes – Oct 1–5 and Oct 18–21 are perfect for family and group travel.
Q3. Which are the best places to visit during Dussehra and Diwali?
A: Warangal, Srisailam, Ananthagiri Hills, and Hyderabad’s Tank Bund area.
Q4. Does YoDrives offer festival packages?
A: Yes, YoDrives offers self-drive and chauffeur packages for festive tours.
Q5. Can I book a bus for Diwali celebrations?
A: Absolutely – YoDrives offers 12- to 50-seater buses for group festivals and office events.
Q6. What’s the best way to travel during the Telangana October 2025 holidays list?
A: While buses and trains are available, YoDrives self drive cars offer comfort and freedom to explore at your own pace.
🚘 How YoDrives Makes Your Festival Travel Easy
Planning trips during the Telangana October 2025 holidays list becomes hassle free with YoDrives.
✅ Self Drive Cars – Hourly, daily & monthly plans.
✅ Car + Driver Packages – Perfect for temple tours.
✅ Tempo Travellers & Buses – Ideal for Bathukamma and Diwali groups.
✅ Airport Transfers – Smooth pickups and drops.
✅ Event Transport Solutions – Customized for festivals and corporate outings.
📞 Call: 9429690678
🌐 Book Online: www.yodrives.com