Holidays in Syria in 2026

This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Syria in 2026. Public holidays are special days that everyone gets off work, while observances are traditional celebrations and events that are popular in a particular country without a day-off work status. Some dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check this page in advance before visiting Syria.

Holiday name Holiday location / Date Holiday type
New Year Syria
January 1 2026, Thursday
National
Eid al-Fitr Syria
March 20 2026, Friday
National
March Equinox Syria
March 20 2026, Friday
Seasonal
Mothers' Day Syria
March 21 2026, Saturday
National
Daylight Saving Time starts Syria
March 27 2026, Friday
Clock change
Easter Sunday Syria
April 5 2026, Sunday
Observance
Orthodox Easter Day Syria
April 12 2026, Sunday
National
Independence Day Syria
April 17 2026, Friday
National
May Day Syria
May 1 2026, Friday
National
Martyrs' Day Syria
May 6 2026, Wednesday
National
Eid al-Adha Syria
May 27 2026, Wednesday
National
Muharram Syria
June 17 2026, Wednesday
National
June Solstice Syria
June 21 2026, Sunday
Seasonal
Armed Forces Day Syria
August 1 2026, Saturday
Observance
The Prophet's Birthday Syria
August 26 2026, Wednesday
National
September Equinox Syria
September 23 2026, Wednesday
Seasonal
October Liberation Day Syria
October 6 2026, Tuesday
National
Daylight Saving Time ends Syria
October 30 2026, Friday
Clock change
December Solstice Syria
December 21 2026, Monday
Seasonal
Christmas Day Syria
December 25 2026, Friday
National