How many public holidays does Afghanistan have in 2026?

Afghanistan has 10 public holidays in 2026, with a total of 12 holidays, festivals, and observances throughout the year.

What are the main public holidays in Afghanistan?

The main events in Afghanistan include Islamic New Year, Labour Day, Martyrs' and Ahmad Shah Massoud Day, Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha.

When is the next holiday in Afghanistan?

The next upcoming holiday in Afghanistan is Arba'een on Thursday, August 6, 2026.

Is there a complete national calendar for Afghanistan 2026?

Yes, this page provides the complete Afghanistan 2026 national calendar with 12 holidays, festivals, and observances.

When are the collective leave days in Afghanistan for 2026?

Collective leave dates in Afghanistan for 2026 are set by the government. See the public holidays table above for the complete list.

🇦🇫 Afghanistan — 2026 Calendar

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Upcoming Public Holidays

Wed, Aug 19Afghan Independence Day
Wed, Aug 26Prophet Muhammad's Birthday
Wed, Sep 9Martyrs' and Ahmad Shah Massoud Day

Eid al-Fitr

Friday, Fri, Mar 20

Public Holiday

Eid al-Adha

Wednesday, Wed, May 27

Public Holiday

Nowruz (Afghan New Year)

Saturday, Sat, Mar 21

Public Holiday

Afghan Independence Day

Wednesday, Wed, Aug 19

National Day

Islamic New Year

Wednesday, Wed, Jun 17

Public Holiday

February

Shab-e-Barat (Night of Fortune)Tue, Feb 3

March

Eid al-FitrFri, Mar 20 – Sun, Mar 22
Nowruz (Afghan New Year)Sat, Mar 21

April

Mujahideen Victory DayTue, Apr 28

May

Labour DayFri, May 1
Eid al-AdhaWed, May 27 – Fri, May 29

June

Islamic New YearWed, Jun 17
AshuraFri, Jun 26

August

September

Martyrs' and Ahmad Shah Massoud DayWed, Sep 9

Afghanistan 2026 public holidays and festivals calendar overview — Complete overview of public holidays and festivals in Afghanistan for 2026

Afghanistan has 12 holidays, festivals, and observances in 2026. Browse the complete calendar below.

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🇦🇫 Frequently Asked Questions — Afghanistan Holidays 2026

How many public holidays does Afghanistan have in 2026?: Afghanistan has 10 public holidays in 2026, with a total of 12 holidays, festivals, and observances throughout the year.
What are the main public holidays in Afghanistan?: The main events in Afghanistan include Islamic New Year, Labour Day, Martyrs' and Ahmad Shah Massoud Day, Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha.
When is the next holiday in Afghanistan?: The next upcoming holiday in Afghanistan is Arba'een on Thursday, August 6, 2026.
Is there a complete national calendar for Afghanistan 2026?: Yes, this page provides the complete Afghanistan 2026 national calendar with 12 holidays, festivals, and observances.
When are the collective leave days in Afghanistan for 2026?: Collective leave dates in Afghanistan for 2026 are set by the government. See the public holidays table above for the complete list.

Holiday data for Afghanistan is sourced from official government gazettes and verified against multiple public sources.