Below you'll find 2026's official holidays for Afghanistan. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.
Afghanistan Public Holidays 2026
Afghanistan
There are 16 public holidays in Afghanistan for 2026. There are also bank and optional holidays across the country. Explore calendars for different countries or religions to learn more about their significant dates.
When are the next Public holidays in Afghanistan?
19
Independence Day (National Day)
2026-08-19
26
The Prophet's Birthday
2026-08-26
31
Anniversary of the Withdrawal of Foreign Troops
2026-08-31
9
Martyrs and Ahmad Shah Masoud Day
2026-09-09
| Date | Day | Holiday name |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-15 | Sun | Liberation Day |
| 2026-02-18 | Wed | First Day of Ramadan |
| 2026-03-20 | Fri | Eid al-Fitr |
| 2026-03-21 | Sat | Eid al-Fitr Holiday |
| 2026-03-22 | Sun | Eid al-Fitr Holiday |
| 2026-04-28 | Tue | Afghan Victory Day |
| 2026-05-01 | Fri | Labor Day |
| 2026-05-26 | Tue | Day of Arafat |
| 2026-05-27 | Wed | Eid al-Qurban |
| 2026-05-28 | Thu | Eid al-Qurban Holiday |
| 2026-05-29 | Fri | Eid al-Qurban Holiday |
| 2026-06-26 | Fri | Ashura |
| 2026-08-19 | Wed | Independence Day (National Day) |
| 2026-08-26 | Wed | The Prophet's Birthday |
| 2026-08-31 | Mon | Anniversary of the Withdrawal of Foreign Troops |
| 2026-09-09 | Wed | Martyrs and Ahmad Shah Masoud Day |
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