Holidays in Iraq in 2026
This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Iraq 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 Iraq.
| Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Iraq January 1 2026, Thursday |
National |
| Army Day | Iraq January 6 2026, Tuesday |
National |
| Rebellion Anniversary | Iraq March 5 2026, Thursday |
Local holiday |
| Eid al-Fitr | Iraq March 20 2026, Friday |
National |
| March Equinox | Iraq March 20 2026, Friday |
Seasonal |
| Nowruz | Iraq March 21 2026, Saturday |
Local holiday |
| Eid al-Fitr holiday | Iraq March 21 2026, Saturday |
National |
| Eid al-Fitr holiday | Iraq March 22 2026, Sunday |
National |
| Baghdad Liberation Day | Iraq April 9 2026, Thursday |
Local holiday |
| Labor Day | Iraq May 1 2026, Friday |
National |
| Eid al-Adha | Iraq May 27 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| Eid al-Adha holiday | Iraq May 28 2026, Thursday |
National |
| Eid al-Adha holiday | Iraq May 29 2026, Friday |
National |
| Eid al-Adha holiday | Iraq May 30 2026, Saturday |
National |
| Islamic New Year | Iraq June 17 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| June Solstice | Iraq June 21 2026, Sunday |
Seasonal |
| Ashura | Iraq June 26 2026, Friday |
National |
| Republic Day | Iraq July 14 2026, Tuesday |
National |
| The Prophet's Birthday | Iraq August 26 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| September Equinox | Iraq September 23 2026, Wednesday |
Seasonal |
| Iraqi Independence Day | Iraq October 3 2026, Saturday |
National |
| Anniversary of Victory over ISIS | Iraq December 10 2026, Thursday |
National |
| December Solstice | Iraq December 21 2026, Monday |
Seasonal |
| Christmas Day | Iraq December 25 2026, Friday |
National |
| New Year's Eve | Iraq December 31 2026, Thursday |
Observance |
Next Years Holidays in Iraq