Syria Public Holidays
Syria observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
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2026 holidays
A quick look at public holidays in Syria.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year |
| Feb 18 | Wednesday | Ramadan Start |
| Mar 18 | Wednesday | Revolution Day |
| Mar 20 | Friday | Eid al-Fitr |
| Mar 20 | Friday | March Equinox |
| Mar 21 | Saturday | Mothers' Day |
| Apr 5 | Sunday | Easter Sunday |
| Apr 12 | Sunday | Orthodox Easter |
| Apr 17 | Friday | Independence Day |
| May 1 | Friday | Labor Day |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Eid al-Adha |
| Jun 17 | Wednesday | Muharram |
| Jun 21 | Sunday | June Solstice |
| Aug 26 | Wednesday | The Prophet's Birthday |
| Sep 23 | Wednesday | September Equinox |
About public holidays in Syria
Syria 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.
Use the year pages above to see the full holiday calendar.
About public holidays in Syria
This guide provides an overview of public holidays in Syria for 2026. Public holidays in Syria are a mix of religious observances, national commemorations, and international days. Some holidays, particularly religious ones, may vary in date year to year based on lunar calendars.
For a comprehensive list of all holidays, including those that may not be widely observed or are specific to certain regions, please refer to our full holiday list for Syria in 2026. For definitions of public holidays, visit our public holidays page.
Major public holidays in 2026
In 2026, Syria observes a number of significant public holidays. These include national celebrations, religious festivals, and internationally recognized days.
You can find a complete listing of all Syrian holidays for 2026 on our Syria holidays 2026 page.
- New Year — 1 January 2026. The start of the Gregorian calendar year.
- Revolution Day — 18 March 2026. Commemorates a significant historical event in Syria.
- Eid al-Fitr — 20 March 2026. Marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting.
- Independence Day — 17 April 2026. Celebrates Syria's independence.
- Labor Day — 1 May 2026. An international day celebrating the achievements of workers.
- Eid al-Adha — 27 May 2026. The Festival of Sacrifice, a major Islamic holiday.
- The Prophet's Birthday — 26 August 2026. Commemorates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad.
- Christmas Day — 25 December 2026. Celebrated by Christians worldwide.
Planning around holidays
When planning travel or activities in Syria, it's helpful to be aware of the general patterns of public holidays. Many holidays are tied to religious observances, meaning their dates shift annually according to lunar calendars. This can affect the availability of services and transportation.
- Religious Observances: Major Islamic holidays like Ramadan Start, Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, and The Prophet's Birthday follow the Islamic lunar calendar, so their Gregorian dates change each year. Check your chosen year for specific dates.
- National Days: Fixed-date national holidays such as Revolution Day and Independence Day provide more predictable planning opportunities.
- Seasonal Events: Astronomical events like solstices and equinoxes are noted but are not typically public holidays.
- Combined Observances: Some dates may host multiple observances, such as religious holidays falling on or near astronomical events or other commemorative days.
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