Iran Holidays, Observances & Calendar 2026

Q: How many public holidays are there in {Country} in {Year}?

{Country} has several official public holidays in {Year}, including national holidays and other important observances listed on this page. The exact number may vary depending on regional and optional holidays.

Q: What are the national holidays in {Country} in {Year}?

National holidays in {Country} include officially recognized days observed across the country, such as New Year’s Day, Independence Day, and Christmas. A full list is available in the holiday table above.

Q: Are Carnival days public holidays in {Country}?

Carnival days in {Country} are widely celebrated, but their status as official public holidays can vary by region and employer. This calendar highlights nationally recognized holidays and major observances for {Year}.

Q: Do holidays in {Country} change every year?

Some holidays in {Country} fall on fixed dates each year, while others are movable and depend on religious or cultural calendars. This page reflects the dates specific to {Year}.

Find the complete list of public holidays, observances, and the full monthly Calendar for Iran in 2026. Discover official national holidays, important cultural dates, and plan your year with this country-specific holiday guide.

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Holidays & Observances in Iran in 2026

Birthday of Imam Ali and Father's Day (Tentative Date)

National Holiday

Saturday, January 3, 2026

130 days ago

Prophet's Ascension (Tentative Date)

National Holiday

Saturday, January 17, 2026

116 days ago

Imam Mahdi's birthday (Tentative Date)

National Holiday

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

99 days ago

Revolution Day

National Holiday

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

91 days ago

Ramadan Start (Tentative Date)

Observance

Thursday, February 19, 2026

83 days ago

Martyrdom of Imam Ali (Tentative Date)

National Holiday

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

63 days ago

Oil Nationalization Day

National Holiday

Thursday, March 19, 2026

55 days ago

Eid-e-Fetr (End of Ramadan) (Tentative Date)

National Holiday

Friday, March 20, 2026

54 days ago

March Equinox

Season

Friday, March 20, 2026

54 days ago

Eid-e-Fetr (Additional Holiday) (Tentative Date)

National Holiday

Saturday, March 21, 2026

53 days ago

Islamic Republic Day

National Holiday

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

42 days ago

Martyrdom of Imam Sadeq

National Holiday

Monday, April 13, 2026

30 days ago

Eid-e-Ghorban (Feast of Sacrifice) (Tentative Date)

National Holiday

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

14 days left

Demise of Imam Khomeini

National Holiday

Thursday, June 4, 2026

22 days left

Eid-e-Ghadir (Tentative Date)

National Holiday

Thursday, June 4, 2026

22 days left

Khordad National Uprising

National Holiday

Friday, June 5, 2026

23 days left

June Solstice

Season

Sunday, June 21, 2026

39 days left

Tassoua (Tentative Date)

National Holiday

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

42 days left

Ashura (Tentative Date)

National Holiday

Thursday, June 25, 2026

43 days left

Arbaeen (Tentative Date)

National Holiday

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

83 days left

Demise of Prophet Muhammad and Martyrdom of Imam Hassan (Tentative Date)

National Holiday

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

91 days left

Martyrdom of Imam Reza (Tentative Date)

National Holiday

Friday, August 14, 2026

93 days left

Martyrdom of Imam Hasan al-Askari (Tentative Date)

National Holiday

Friday, August 21, 2026

100 days left

Birthday of Prophet Muhammad and Imam Sadeq (Tentative Date)

National Holiday

Sunday, August 30, 2026

109 days left

September Equinox

Season

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

133 days left

Martyrdom of Hazrat Fatima (Tentative Date)

National Holiday

Friday, November 13, 2026

184 days left

December Solstice

Season

Tuesday, December 22, 2026

223 days left

Birthday of Imam Ali and Father's Day (Tentative Date)

National Holiday

Wednesday, December 23, 2026

224 days left

Iran Holidays 2026 - FAQs

1. How many public holidays are there in Iran in 2026?

➥ Iran has several official public holidays in 2026, including national holidays and other important observances listed on this page. The exact number may vary depending on regional and optional holidays.

2. What are the national holidays in Iran in 2026?

➥ National holidays in Iran include officially recognized days observed across the country, such as New Year’s Day, Independence Day, and Christmas. A full list is available in the holiday table above.

3. Are Carnival days public holidays in Iran?

➥ Carnival days in Iran are widely celebrated, but their status as official public holidays can vary by region and employer. This calendar highlights nationally recognized holidays and major observances for 2026.

4. Do holidays in Iran change every year?

➥ Some holidays in Iran fall on fixed dates each year, while others are movable and depend on religious or cultural calendars. This page reflects the dates specific to 2026.

5. Is this holiday calendar updated from official sources?

➥ The holiday information on this page is compiled from official government publications and widely accepted public records to ensure accuracy for planning and reference purposes.