Iran Public Holidays
Iran observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Overview
Iran observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Some holidays are observed nationwide, while others may apply only to specific regions or communities.
Explore the holiday calendar for Iran by year below.
2026 holidays
A quick look at upcoming holidays in Iran.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 3 | Saturday | Birthday of Imam Ali and Father's Day |
| Jan 17 | Saturday | Prophet's Ascension |
| Feb 3 | Tuesday | Imam Mahdi's birthday |
| Feb 11 | Wednesday | Revolution Day |
| Feb 19 | Thursday | Ramadan Start |
| Mar 11 | Wednesday | Martyrdom of Imam Ali |
| Mar 19 | Thursday | Oil Nationalization Day |
| Mar 20 | Friday | Eid-e-Fetr |
| Mar 20 | Friday | March Equinox |
| Mar 21 | Saturday | Eid-e-Fetr Holiday |
| Apr 1 | Wednesday | Islamic Republic Day |
| Apr 13 | Monday | Martyrdom of Imam Sadeq |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Eid-e-Ghorban |
| Jun 4 | Thursday | Anniversary of Khomeini's Death |
| Jun 4 | Thursday | Eid-e-Ghadir |
Holiday calendar by year
Years are listed in ascending order.