Pakistan Public Holidays
Pakistan observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Overview
Pakistan 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 Pakistan by year below.
2026 holidays
A quick look at upcoming holidays in Pakistan.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| Jan 16 | Friday | Shab e-Meraj |
| Jan 23 | Friday | Basant Panchami |
| Feb 3 | Tuesday | Shab e-Barat |
| Feb 5 | Thursday | Kashmir Day |
| Feb 15 | Sunday | Shivaratri |
| Feb 19 | Thursday | Ramadan Start |
| Mar 4 | Wednesday | Holi |
| Mar 5 | Thursday | Dulhandi |
| Mar 20 | Friday | Eid-ul-Fitr |
| Mar 20 | Friday | March Equinox |
| Mar 21 | Saturday | Eid-ul-Fitr Holiday |
| Mar 22 | Sunday | Eid-ul-Fitr Holiday |
| Mar 23 | Monday | Pakistan Day |
| Mar 26 | Thursday | Birthday of Lord Zoroaster (Khordad Sal) |
Holiday calendar by year
Years are listed in ascending order.