Iran Public Holidays 2026
Iran observes 27 public holidays in 2026. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
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All holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2 | Friday | Birthday of Imam Ali | Public |
| Jan 16 | Friday | Mabaas of Muhammad | Public |
| Feb 3 | Tuesday | Birthday of Imam Mahdi | Public |
| Feb 11 | Wednesday | Anniversary of Islamic Revolution | Public |
| Mar 10 | Tuesday | Martyrdom of Imam Ali | Public |
| Mar 20 | Friday | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Public |
| Mar 20 | Friday | Nationalization of the Iranian oil industry | Public |
| Mar 21 | Saturday | Holyday for Fetr Eeid | Public |
| Mar 21 | Saturday | Nowruz | Public |
| Mar 22 | Sunday | Nowruz | Public |
| Mar 23 | Monday | Nowruz (day off in lieu) | Public |
| Mar 24 | Tuesday | Nowruz | Public |
| Apr 1 | Wednesday | Islamic Republic Day | Public |
| Apr 2 | Thursday | Sizdah Bedar | Public |
| Apr 13 | Monday | Martyrdom of Imam Jafar | Public |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | Public |
| Jun 4 | Thursday | Eid al-Ghadeer | Public |
| Jun 4 | Thursday | Imam Khomeini's Demise | Public |
| Jun 5 | Friday | Revolt of Khordad 15 | Public |
| Jun 24 | Wednesday | Tasoua | Public |
| Jun 25 | Thursday | Ashoura | Public |
| Aug 3 | Monday | Arbaeen-e Hosseini | Public |
| Aug 11 | Tuesday | Demise of Prophet Muhammad and Imam Hassan (Mujtaba) | Public |
| Aug 13 | Thursday | Martyrdom of Imam Reza | Public |
| Aug 21 | Friday | Martyrdom of Imam Hassan | Public |
| Aug 30 | Sunday | Birthday of Muhammad Prophet | Public |
| Nov 13 | Friday | Martyrdom of Fatima-Zahara | Public |
| Dec 22 | Tuesday | Birthday of Imam Ali | Public |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 20, 2026
About public holidays in Iran
Public holidays in Iran are days when most schools, banks, government offices and many businesses are closed nationwide. Dates for religious and lunar-calendar holidays can shift from year to year, and governments occasionally move observed dates when a holiday falls on a weekend. Always confirm critical dates with an official source before booking travel or scheduling business.
Frequently asked questions
- How many public holidays does Iran have in 2026?
- Iran has 27 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Iran?
- The next public holiday in Iran is Arbaeen-e Hosseini on August 3, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Iran?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Iran close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.