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Pakistan holidays 2026

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Holiday and observance dates in Pakistan for 2026
Holiday	Date	Description
January
January 1 Bank Holiday Observance	01 Jan Thursday, 2026	January 1 Bank Holiday supports year-start banking and administrative closures.
New Year's Day Observance	01 Jan Thursday, 2026	New Year's Day marks the first day of the year.
Shab e-Meraj Observance	17 Jan Saturday, 2026	Shab-e-Meraj marks the night journey and ascension in Islamic tradition.
Basant Panchami Observance	23 Jan Friday, 2026	Basant Panchami marks the start of spring and is observed with cultural events.
February
Shab e-Barat Observance	04 Feb Wednesday, 2026	Shab-e-Barat is observed with night prayers and remembrance.
Kashmir Day	05 Feb Thursday, 2026	Kashmir Day is observed to express solidarity with the people of Kashmir.
Shivaratri Observance	16 Feb Monday, 2026	Shivaratri is a Hindu observance marked by night prayers and devotion.
Ramadan Bank Holiday Observance	19 Feb Thursday, 2026	Ramadan Bank Holiday supports adjusted banking schedules during Ramadan.
Ramadan Start Observance	19 Feb Thursday, 2026	Ramadan Start marks the beginning of the fasting month for Muslims.
March
Dulhandi Observance	03 Mar Tuesday, 2026	Dulhandi is observed after Holi with cultural and community celebrations.
Holi Observance	04 Mar Wednesday, 2026	Holi is a spring festival observed with color celebrations and community events.
Eid-ul-Fitr Tentative	21 Mar Saturday, 2026	Eid-ul-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated with prayers, charity, and family visits.
Eid-ul-Fitr Holiday Tentative	22 Mar Sunday, 2026	This additional holiday extends Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations and family travel.
Pakistan Day	23 Mar Monday, 2026	Pakistan Day commemorates the Lahore Resolution and national milestones.
Eid-ul-Fitr Holiday Tentative	23 Mar Monday, 2026	This additional holiday extends Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations and family travel.
April
Good Friday Observance	03 Apr Friday, 2026	Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Easter Sunday Observance	05 Apr Sunday, 2026	Easter Sunday commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Easter Monday Observance	06 Apr Monday, 2026	Easter Monday follows Easter Sunday and is observed by Christian communities.
Baisakhi Observance	14 Apr Tuesday, 2026	Baisakhi is a spring harvest observance and an important date in Sikh tradition.
Ridván Observance	21 Apr Tuesday, 2026	Ridvan is a major Baha'i observance commemorated with gatherings and prayers.
May
Labour Day	01 May Friday, 2026	Labour Day honors workers and labor contributions across the country.
Buddha Purnima Observance	24 May Sunday, 2026	Buddha Purnima commemorates the birth and teachings of Gautama Buddha.
Eid al-Adha Tentative	27 May Wednesday, 2026	Eid al-Adha commemorates devotion and sacrifice and is marked with prayers and charity.
Eid al-Adha Holiday Tentative	28 May Thursday, 2026	This additional holiday extends Eid al-Adha celebrations and travel.
Youm-i-Takbeer	28 May Thursday, 2026	Youm-i-Takbeer marks Pakistan's 1998 nuclear tests and is observed nationally.
Eid al-Adha Holiday Tentative	29 May Friday, 2026	This additional holiday extends Eid al-Adha celebrations and travel.
June
Ashura Tentative	24 Jun Wednesday, 2026	Ashura marks the 10th of Muharram and is observed with religious gatherings and processions.
Ashura Holiday Tentative	25 Jun Thursday, 2026	This public holiday extends Ashura observance and supports community participation.
July
July 1 Bank Holiday Observance	01 Jul Wednesday, 2026	July 1 Bank Holiday supports mid-year banking and institutional closures.
August
Chelum Observance Tentative	04 Aug Tuesday, 2026	Chelum marks 40 days after Ashura and is observed with religious gatherings.
Independence Day	14 Aug Friday, 2026	Independence Day marks Pakistan's independence and is observed nationwide.
Nauroz Observance	15 Aug Saturday, 2026	Nauroz marks the Persian new year and is observed by several communities in Pakistan.
Birthday of Lord Zoroaster (Khordad Sal) Observance	20 Aug Thursday, 2026	Khordad Sal commemorates the birth of Zoroaster and is observed by Parsi communities.
Eid Milad un-Nabi Tentative	25 Aug Tuesday, 2026	Eid Milad un-Nabi marks the birth of Prophet Muhammad with gatherings and recitations.
September
Janmashtami Observance	04 Sep Friday, 2026	Janmashtami celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna.
Defence Day Observance	06 Sep Sunday, 2026	Defence Day commemorates national resilience and military service.
Giarhwin Sharief Observance Tentative	23 Sep Wednesday, 2026	Giarhwin Sharief is observed with religious gatherings and charitable activities.
October
Durga Puja Observance	19 Oct Monday, 2026	Durga Puja honors Goddess Durga and is observed through worship and gatherings.
Dussehra Observance	20 Oct Tuesday, 2026	Dussehra marks the victory of good over evil in Hindu tradition.
Birthday of Guru Balmik Sawami Ji Observance	26 Oct Monday, 2026	This observance honors Guru Balmik Swami Ji and is marked by community prayers.
November
Iqbal Day	09 Nov Monday, 2026	Iqbal Day honors Allama Iqbal and his contribution to national thought.
Diwali Observance	09 Nov Monday, 2026	Diwali is the festival of lights, observed with prayers and family celebrations.
Guru Nanak's Birthday Observance	24 Nov Tuesday, 2026	Guru Nanak's Birthday celebrates the birth of Guru Nanak with prayers and community meals.
December
Christmas Eve Observance	24 Dec Thursday, 2026	Christmas Eve is observed with church services and family preparations.
Quaid-e-Azam Day	25 Dec Friday, 2026	Quaid-e-Azam Day honors Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan.
Christmas Day	25 Dec Friday, 2026	Christmas Day is observed by Christian communities with worship and family gatherings.
Day After Christmas (Christians only) Observance	26 Dec Saturday, 2026	This observance supports post-Christmas religious and community events.
New Year's Eve Observance	31 Dec Thursday, 2026	New Year's Eve is observed with community events and family gatherings.

Kashmir Day

Feb

05 Feb 2026

Thursday

Kashmir Day is observed to express solidarity with the people of Kashmir.

Eid-ul-Fitr

Mar

21 Mar 2026

Saturday

Tentative

Eid-ul-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated with prayers, charity, and family visits.

Eid-ul-Fitr Holiday

Mar

22 Mar 2026

Sunday

Tentative

This additional holiday extends Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations and family travel.

Pakistan Day

Mar

23 Mar 2026

Monday

Pakistan Day commemorates the Lahore Resolution and national milestones.

Eid-ul-Fitr Holiday

Mar

23 Mar 2026

Monday

Tentative

This additional holiday extends Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations and family travel.

Labour Day

May

01 May 2026

Friday

Labour Day honors workers and labor contributions across the country.

Eid al-Adha

May

27 May 2026

Wednesday

Tentative

Eid al-Adha commemorates devotion and sacrifice and is marked with prayers and charity.

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Eid al-Adha Holiday

May

28 May 2026

Thursday

Tentative

This additional holiday extends Eid al-Adha celebrations and travel.

Youm-i-Takbeer

May

28 May 2026

Thursday

Youm-i-Takbeer marks Pakistan's 1998 nuclear tests and is observed nationally.

Eid al-Adha Holiday

May

29 May 2026

Friday

Tentative

This additional holiday extends Eid al-Adha celebrations and travel.

Ashura

Jun

24 Jun 2026

Wednesday

Tentative

Ashura marks the 10th of Muharram and is observed with religious gatherings and processions.

Ashura Holiday

Jun

25 Jun 2026

Thursday

Tentative

This public holiday extends Ashura observance and supports community participation.

Independence Day

Aug

14 Aug 2026

Friday

Independence Day marks Pakistan's independence and is observed nationwide.

Eid Milad un-Nabi

Aug

25 Aug 2026

Tuesday

Tentative

Eid Milad un-Nabi marks the birth of Prophet Muhammad with gatherings and recitations.

Iqbal Day

Nov

09 Nov 2026

Monday

Iqbal Day honors Allama Iqbal and his contribution to national thought.

Quaid-e-Azam Day

Dec

25 Dec 2026

Friday

Quaid-e-Azam Day honors Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan.

Christmas Day

Dec

25 Dec 2026

Friday

Christmas Day is observed by Christian communities with worship and family gatherings.

Long weekends in 2026

Eid-ul-Fitr Holiday • Mon, 23 Mar
Labour Day • Fri, 01 May
Eid al-Adha Holiday • Fri, 29 May
Independence Day • Fri, 14 Aug
Iqbal Day • Mon, 09 Nov
Christmas Day • Fri, 25 Dec

Method: Friday or Monday public holiday.

FAQ for 2026

How many public holidays are in Pakistan in 2026?: There are 17 public holidays listed for 2026.
Are Eid dates tentative?: Yes. Lunar-based holidays can shift by one day after official moon-sighting announcements.
What is the difference between public holidays and observances?: Public holidays are official non-working days; observances are commemorative dates and may remain working days.

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