National holidays of Afghanistan in 2026
This page contains a calendar of all 2026 public holidays for Afghanistan. These dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check back regularly for updates. Scroll down to view the national list or choose your state’s calendar.
| Day | Date | Holiday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | Feb. 18, 2026 | Ramadan starts | |
| Friday | March 20, 2026 | Eid al-Fitr | |
| Friday | March 20, 2026 | March Equinox | |
| Saturday | March 21, 2026 | Eid al-Fitr Holiday | |
| Tuesday | April 28, 2026 | Afghan Victory Day | |
| Tuesday | May 26, 2026 | Day of Arafat | |
| Wednesday | May 27, 2026 | Eid al-Qurban | |
| Thursday | May 28, 2026 | Eid al-Qurban Holiday | |
| Sunday | June 21, 2026 | June Solstice | |
| Friday | June 26, 2026 | Ashura | |
| Wednesday | Aug. 19, 2026 | Independence Day (National Day) | |
| Wednesday | Aug. 26, 2026 | The Prophet's Birthday | |
| Wednesday | Sept. 9, 2026 | Martyrs and Ahmad Shah Masoud Day | |
| Wednesday | Sept. 23, 2026 | September Equinox | |
| Tuesday | Dec. 22, 2026 | December Solstice |
Public Holidays
- Afghanistan public holidays by years
- Public holidays in other countries