Holidays in Afghanistan in 2026
This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Afghanistan in 2026. Public holidays are special days that everyone gets off work, while observances are traditional celebrations and events that are popular in a particular country without a day-off work status. Some dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check this page in advance before visiting Afghanistan.
| Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
|---|---|---|
| Ramadan starts | Afghanistan February 18 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| Eid al-Fitr | Afghanistan March 20 2026, Friday |
National |
| March Equinox | Afghanistan March 20 2026, Friday |
Seasonal |
| Eid al-Fitr Holiday | Afghanistan March 21 2026, Saturday |
National |
| Eid al-Fitr Holiday | Afghanistan March 22 2026, Sunday |
National |
| Afghan Victory Day | Afghanistan April 28 2026, Tuesday |
National |
| Day of Arafat | Afghanistan May 26 2026, Tuesday |
National |
| Eid al-Qurban | Afghanistan May 27 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| Eid al-Qurban Holiday | Afghanistan May 28 2026, Thursday |
National |
| Eid al-Qurban Holiday | Afghanistan May 29 2026, Friday |
National |
| June Solstice | Afghanistan June 21 2026, Sunday |
Seasonal |
| Ashura | Afghanistan June 26 2026, Friday |
National |
| Independence Day (National Day) | Afghanistan August 19 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| The Prophet's Birthday | Afghanistan August 26 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| Martyrs and Ahmad Shah Masoud Day | Afghanistan September 9 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| September Equinox | Afghanistan September 23 2026, Wednesday |
Seasonal |
| December Solstice | Afghanistan December 22 2026, Tuesday |
Seasonal |
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