Public Holidays in Iran
Upcoming Holidays
- Feb11
Anniversary of Islamic Revolution
In 5 daysPublic - Mar10
Martyrdom of Imam Ali
In 32 daysPublic - Mar20
Nationalization of the Iranian oil industry
In 42 daysPublic
Holiday Calendar
January(2 holidays)
- 2FriBirthday of Imam AliPublic
- 16FriMabaas of MuhammadPublic
February(2 holidays)
- 3TueBirthday of Imam MahdiPublic
- 11WedAnniversary of Islamic RevolutionPublic
March(8 holidays)
- 10TueMartyrdom of Imam AliPublic
- 20FriEnd of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)Public
- 20FriNationalization of the Iranian oil industryPublic
- 21SatHolyday for Fetr EeidPublic
- 21SatNowruzPublic
- 22SunNowruzPublic
- 23MonNowruzPublic
- 24TueNowruzPublic
April(3 holidays)
- 1WedIslamic Republic DayPublic
- 2ThuSizdah BedarPublic
- 13MonMartyrdom of Imam JafarPublic
May(1 holiday)
- 27WedFeast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)Public
June(5 holidays)
- 4ThuEid al-GhadeerPublic
- 4ThuImam Khomeini's DemisePublic
- 5FriRevolt of Khordad 15Public
- 24WedTasouaPublic
- 25ThuAshouraPublic
August(5 holidays)
- 3MonArbaeen-e HosseiniPublic
- 11TueDemise of Prophet Muhammad and Imam Hassan (Mujtaba)Public
- 13ThuMartyrdom of Imam RezaPublic
- 21FriMartyrdom of Imam HassanPublic
- 30SunBirthday of Muhammad ProphetPublic
November(1 holiday)
- 13FriMartyrdom of Fatima-ZaharaPublic
December(1 holiday)
- 22TueBirthday of Imam AliPublic
Holiday Types
About National Holidays in Iran
Public holidays in Iran. These are designated non-working days when most businesses, schools, government offices, and financial institutions are closed. Understanding these holidays is essential for planning business operations, travel itineraries, and personal time off.
Holiday planning tips: Consider booking accommodations and transportation well in advance for major holidays. Many locals take extended vacations during key holiday periods, which can affect availability of services and create opportunities for longer breaks by strategically using your vacation days.
Maximize Your Vacation Days with Iran Public Holidays 2026-2027
This strategic holiday planner shows how to combine 28 public holidays in Iran with your annual leave for extended vacations and long weekends. Create the perfect work-life balance by optimizing your time off around these key dates.