When is Arba'een 2026?

Arba'een 2026 is August 6, 2026 in Afghanistan.

Is Arba'een a public holiday in Afghanistan?

Arba'een is not an official public holiday in Afghanistan. Most businesses remain open, though tourism areas may be affected.

Name: Arba'een
Start: 2026-08-06
End: 2026-08-06
Location: Afghanistan

August 6, 20262 countries

40th day after Ashura. Observed particularly by Shia communities with mourning and pilgrimages.

Date

August 6, 2026

Type

Observance

Business Impact

Low

Countries

2 countries

Related Observances

2 events

Country	Local Name	Date	Status
🇦🇫 Afghanistan	اربعین	Aug 6	Observance
🇮🇶 Iraq	أربعينية الإمام الحسين	Aug 5	Gazetted

Aug 27

Prophet Muhammad's Birthday(Public Holiday)

Aug 19

Afghan Independence Day(National Day)

When is Arba'een 2026?: Arba'een 2026 is August 6, 2026 in Afghanistan.
Is Arba'een a public holiday in Afghanistan?: Arba'een is not an official public holiday in Afghanistan. Most businesses remain open, though tourism areas may be affected.