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The Federal Government has announced the official and optional public holidays for 2026, covering national, religious, and minority celebrations across Pakistan. The full schedule, issued through the Cabinet Division, provides clarity for businesses, schools, and citizens planning their year.
Kashmir Day will mark the first public holiday on February 5, a Thursday, followed by Pakistan Day on March 23, which falls on a Monday. The government has set Eid al-Fitr holidays from March 21 to March 23, giving citizens three days to celebrate.
Labor Day will be observed on May 1, while Youm-e-Takbeer falls on May 28. Eid al-Adha will be celebrated from May 27 to May 29, providing a three-day holiday period for the nation. Ashura, observed on the 9th and 10th of Muharram, will take place on June 24 and 25.
Independence Day will fall on August 14, a Friday, followed by Eid Milad-un-Nabi on August 25, a Tuesday. Iqbal Day has been declared a public holiday on November 9, which is a Monday.
December will feature holidays for both Quaid-e-Azam’s birthday and Christmas on December 25. Additionally, an extra holiday on December 26 has been announced exclusively for the Christian community.
The notification also confirms bank holidays on January 1, February 18, and July 1, ensuring financial institutions align with the national calendar.
