Holidays in Iran in 2026
This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Iran 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 Iran.
| Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
|---|---|---|
| Birthday of Imam Ali | Iran January 2 2026, Friday |
National |
| Prophet's Ascension | Iran January 16 2026, Friday |
National |
| Imam Mahdi's birthday | Iran February 3 2026, Tuesday |
National |
| Revolution Day | Iran February 11 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| Martyrdom of Imam Ali | Iran March 10 2026, Tuesday |
National |
| March Equinox | Iran March 20 2026, Friday |
Seasonal |
| Eid-e-Fetr (End of Ramadan) | Iran March 20 2026, Friday |
National |
| Eid-e-Fetr (Additional Holiday) | Iran March 21 2026, Saturday |
National |
| Martyrdom of Imam Sadeq | Iran April 13 2026, Monday |
National |
| Eid-e-Ghorban (Feast of Sacrifice) | Iran May 27 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| Eid-e-Ghadir | Iran June 4 2026, Thursday |
National |
| June Solstice | Iran June 21 2026, Sunday |
Seasonal |
| Tassoua | Iran June 25 2026, Thursday |
National |
| Ashura | Iran June 26 2026, Friday |
National |
| Arbaeen | Iran August 5 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| Demise of Prophet Muhammad and Martyrdom of Imam Hassan | Iran August 13 2026, Thursday |
National |
| Martyrdom of Imam Reza | Iran August 14 2026, Friday |
National |
| Martyrdom of Imam Hasan al-Askari | Iran August 22 2026, Saturday |
National |
| Birthday of Prophet Muhammad and Imam Sadeq | Iran August 31 2026, Monday |
National |
| September Equinox | Iran September 23 2026, Wednesday |
Seasonal |
| Martyrdom of Fatima | Iran November 14 2026, Saturday |
National |
| December Solstice | Iran December 22 2026, Tuesday |
Seasonal |
| Birthday of Imam Ali | Iran December 23 2026, Wednesday |
National |
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