Public Holidays in Pakistan 2026

15 holidays · Complete calendar with dates and types

January

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May

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September

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October

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November

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December

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All Holidays in Pakistan — 2026

Kashmir Day February 5, 2026 · Thursday · public
Shab-e-Meraj March 12, 2026 · Thursday · public
Eid al-Fitr March 21, 2026 · Saturday · public
Eid al-Fitr Holiday March 22, 2026 · Sunday · public
Pakistan Day March 23, 2026 · Monday · public
Eid al-Fitr Holiday March 23, 2026 · Monday · public
Labour Day May 1, 2026 · Friday · public
Eid al-Adha May 28, 2026 · Thursday · public
Eid al-Adha Holiday May 29, 2026 · Friday · public
Eid al-Adha Holiday May 30, 2026 · Saturday · public
Islamic New Year June 17, 2026 · Wednesday · public
Independence Day August 14, 2026 · Friday · public
Eid Milad-un-Nabi August 26, 2026 · Wednesday · public
Iqbal Day November 9, 2026 · Monday · public
Quaid-e-Azam Day December 25, 2026 · Friday · public
Public Observance Bank Holiday

Time in Pakistan

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Pakistan have in 2026?

Pakistan has 15 public holidays in 2026, plus 0 additional observances and bank holidays.

What is the next holiday in Pakistan?

The holidays listed above are for the full year 2026. Check the calendar to find upcoming holidays based on today's date.

Are holiday dates for 2026 accurate?

Most dates are confirmed. Some holidays based on the lunar calendar (such as Eid, Chinese New Year, and Diwali) use approximate dates and may shift by a day or two when officially announced.

What is the difference between public holidays, bank holidays, and observances?

Public holidays are official days off recognized nationwide. Bank holidays are typically days when banks and some businesses close. Observances are culturally significant days that may not be official days off.