Pakistan observes a variety of public, religious, and optional holidays 2026 every year. These include national commemorations, Islamic festivals, Christian and Hindu observances, and regional cultural events. Knowing the public holidays in Pakistan 2026 helps citizens, students, and employees plan vacations, office schedules, and religious celebrations.
Public Holidays 2026 in Pakistan cover national, Islamic, and regional observances across all provinces, including Punjab, Sindh, KPK, Balochistan, and AJK. Key holidays include Eid-ul-Fitr 2026, Eid-ul-Azha, Independence Day, Youm-e-Takbeer, Quaid-e-Azam Day, and Christmas, while optional and cultural festivals vary by region. Citizens, students, and employees can plan their year efficiently using the official 2026 Pakistan calendar with holidays.
Public Holidays 2026 in Pakistan Calendar, Punjab, Sindh, KPK, Balochistan, AJK
The 2026 calendar with holidays Pakistan printable is especially useful for organizations, banks, and educational institutions. The government and provincial authorities, including Sindh, officially announce these dates in advance. Additionally, bank holidays in Pakistan 2026 align with national and Islamic observances.
Holidays 2026 in Pakistan
Islamic holidays such as Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 Pakistan and Eid-ul-Azha 2026 are particularly significant and are observed nationwide depending on moon sightings. Other religious and national holidays provide opportunities for cultural and spiritual celebrations. A PDF of public holidays 2026 in Pakistan can be downloaded from official sources for easy reference.
Public Holidays in Pakistan 2026
| Sr. No | Occasion/ Holiday | Date (2026) | Day | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Year’s Day | 1 Jan 2026 | Thursday | Optional holiday |
| 2 | Kashmir Solidarity Day | 5 Feb 2026 | Thursday | National observance |
| 3 | Pakistan Day | 23 Mar 2026 | Monday | National holiday |
| 4 | Good Friday | 3 Apr 2026 | Friday | Christian holiday |
| 5 | Easter Sunday | 5 Apr 2026 | Sunday | Christian holiday |
| 6 | Labour Day | 1 May 2026 | Friday | National holiday |
| 7 | Buddha Purnima | 12 May 2026 | Tuesday | Optional / Hindu observance |
| 8 | Youm-e-Takbeer | 20 May 2026 | Wednesday | National holiday |
| 9 | Eid-ul-Fitr 1st Day | 21 Mar 2026 | Sunday | Islamic holiday (date tentative) |
| 10 | Eid-ul-Fitr 2nd Day | 22 Mar 2026 | Monday | Islamic holiday (date tentative) |
| 11 | Eid-ul-Fitr 3rd Day | 23 Mar 2026 | Tuesday | Islamic holiday (date tentative) |
| 12 | Independence Day | 14 Aug 2026 | Friday | National holiday |
| 13 | Ashura (10th Muharram) | 16 Jul 2026 | Thursday | Islamic holiday |
| 14 | Milad-un-Nabi | 25 Aug 2026 | Tuesday | Islamic holiday |
| 15 | Quaid-e-Azam Day | 25 Dec 2026 | Friday | National holiday |
| 16 | Christmas Day | 25 Dec 2026 | Friday | Christian holiday |
| 17 | Diwali | 20 Oct 2026 | Tuesday | Hindu holiday |
| 18 | Durga Puja | 30 Sep 2026 | Wednesday | Hindu holiday |
| 19 | Dussehra | 24 Oct 2026 | Saturday | Hindu holiday |
| 20 | Shivaratri | 26 Feb 2026 | Thursday | Hindu festival |
Note: Islamic holidays such as Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 Pakistan and Eid-ul-Azha 2026 depend on moon sightings and may vary by a day or two. Citizens should follow official announcements from provincial governments or the Ministry of Interior.
Public Holidays in Pakistan 2026 Sindh
In Sindh, additional cultural and regional observances may apply. However, most national, religious, and Islamic holidays are observed uniformly across all provinces, including Punjab, KPK, Balochistan, and Gilgit-Baltistan.
Printable 2026 Calendar With Holidays Pakistan
A printable calendar featuring all public and bank holidays in Pakistan 2026 is a convenient way to plan annual schedules, vacations, and official duties. It includes Islamic, Christian, Hindu, and national events in one organized sheet.
Today’s Upcoming Holidays in Pakistan
Pakistan’s public holidays 2026 cover a wide range of cultural, national, and religious events. Key holidays like Eid-ul-Fitr 2026, Independence Day, Youm-e-Takbeer, Christmas, and Diwali are recognized nationwide, while optional holidays like Basant or local festivals may vary by region. Employees, students, and citizens can download the public holidays 2026 in Pakistan PDF for detailed reference and planning.
