This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Afghanistan in 2027. 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 Afghanistan.
Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
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Ramadan starts | Afghanistan February 8 2027, Monday |
National |
Eid al-Fitr | Afghanistan March 10 2027, Wednesday |
National |
Eid al-Fitr Holiday | Afghanistan March 11 2027, Thursday |
National |
Eid al-Fitr Holiday | Afghanistan March 12 2027, Friday |
National |
March Equinox | Afghanistan March 21 2027, Sunday |
Seasonal |
Afghan Victory Day | Afghanistan April 28 2027, Wednesday |
National |
Day of Arafat | Afghanistan May 16 2027, Sunday |
National |
Eid al-Qurban | Afghanistan May 17 2027, Monday |
National |
Eid al-Qurban Holiday | Afghanistan May 18 2027, Tuesday |
National |
Eid al-Qurban Holiday | Afghanistan May 19 2027, Wednesday |
National |
Ashura | Afghanistan June 15 2027, Tuesday |
National |
June Solstice | Afghanistan June 21 2027, Monday |
Seasonal |
The Prophet's Birthday | Afghanistan August 15 2027, Sunday |
National |
Independence Day (National Day) | Afghanistan August 19 2027, Thursday |
National |
Martyrs and Ahmad Shah Masoud Day | Afghanistan September 9 2027, Thursday |
National |
September Equinox | Afghanistan September 23 2027, Thursday |
Seasonal |
December Solstice | Afghanistan December 22 2027, Wednesday |
Seasonal |