Noida school holiday: Schools across Gautam Buddha Nagar, including Noida and Greater Noida, will remain closed on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, on account of the annual Guru Dronacharya Mela in Dankaur.The holiday has been announced in view of the annual fair organised at the Guru Dronacharya temple in Dankaur. Schools in the district have informed students and parents about the closure, with communication regarding the holiday also sent to parents of students at Shiv Nadar schools.
Schools closed across Gautam Buddha Nagar
The Guru Dronacharya Mela is held at the temple in Dankaur, where special fairs and festivities are organised every Tuesday. The annual event draws visitors to the temple and surrounding areas.With schools remaining closed on September 9, students in Noida, Greater Noida and other parts of Gautam Buddha Nagar will not have regular classes on Wednesday.Parents and students should follow communication issued by their respective schools for any instructions regarding online classes, examinations or other academic activities.
Holiday linked to annual Dankaur fair
The school holiday has been announced in connection with the Guru Dronacharya Mela. The temple in Dankaur is associated with Guru Dronacharya, a prominent figure in the Mahabharata, and the annual fair forms part of the local religious and cultural calendar.Schools have communicated the closure to families ahead of the event. Students are advised to follow their school’s instructions regarding the reopening of regular classes.
Upcoming school holidays in 2026
Several major holidays are scheduled between October and December. The upcoming dates include Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti, Dussehra, Diwali, Guru Nanak Jayanti and Christmas.
| Date | Day | Festival or occasion |
| October 2, 2026 | Friday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
| October 20-21, 2026 | Tuesday-Wednesday | Dussehra and Vijaya Dashami |
| October 26, 2026 | Monday | Valmiki Jayanti |
| October 29, 2026 | Thursday | Karwa Chauth |
| November 7, 2026 | Saturday | Choti Diwali |
| November 8, 2026 | Sunday | Diwali or Deepavali |
| November 9, 2026 | Monday | Govardhan Puja |
| November 11, 2026 | Wednesday | Bhai Dooj |
| November 24, 2026 | Tuesday | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| December 25, 2026 | Friday | Christmas |
| December 31, 2026 | Thursday | Winter vacation commences |
The September 9 closure applies to schools in Gautam Buddha Nagar in connection with the Guru Dronacharya Mela. Students and parents should follow their respective school’s communication for details about classes after the holiday.
