Friendship Day in India
In 2026, Friendship Day falls on Sunday, 2 August 2026.
Photo by Nasim Keshmiri on UnsplashUpdated 15 Jul 2026
About Friendship Day
Friendship Day is a cultural celebration dedicated to honoring the bond of friendship and mutual affection. In India, people typically celebrate by exchanging cards, gifts, and friendship bands. It serves as a day to express gratitude for friends and strengthen social connections.
Friendship Day dates in India
Observance dates for Friendship Day across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 Aug 2023 | Sunday | Friendship Day |
| 2024 | 4 Aug 2024 | Sunday | Friendship Day |
| 2025 | 3 Aug 2025 | Sunday | Friendship Day |
| 2026This year | 2 Aug 2026 | Sunday | Friendship Day |
| 2027 | 1 Aug 2027 | Sunday | Friendship Day |
| 2028 | 6 Aug 2028 | Sunday | Friendship Day |
| 2029 | 5 Aug 2029 | Sunday | Friendship Day |
| 2030 | 4 Aug 2030 | Sunday | Friendship Day |
| 2031 | 3 Aug 2031 | Sunday | Friendship Day |
6 Aug 2023
Sunday · Friendship Day
4 Aug 2024
Sunday · Friendship Day
3 Aug 2025
Sunday · Friendship Day
2 Aug 2026
Sunday · Friendship Day
1 Aug 2027
Sunday · Friendship Day
6 Aug 2028
Sunday · Friendship Day
5 Aug 2029
Sunday · Friendship Day
4 Aug 2030
Sunday · Friendship Day
3 Aug 2031
Sunday · Friendship Day
