Public Holidays 2026 list is out, showing expected national and religious holidays, tentative dates, and moon-sighting notes before final approval updates.
Expected Public Holidays in 2026: Early Look at the Calendar
A tentative list of public holidays for 2026 has surfaced, giving employees and businesses an early idea of planned days off.
Keep this in mind.
The schedule is not final yet.
The Cabinet Division will issue the official notification closer to 2026, and several religious holidays depend on moon sightings.
First Public Holiday of 2026
The year is expected to start with Kashmir Day.
- February 5, 2026
- Nationwide public holiday
This traditionally marks the first break of the calendar year.
Eid-ul-Fitr Holidays (Subject to Moon Sighting)
Eid-ul-Fitr is expected to bring a longer pause for workers across the country.
Tentative Dates:
- March 21 to March 23
- Three consecutive public holidays
Final dates will be confirmed after the Shawwal moon sighting.
May 2026: A Busy Month for Public Holidays
May could offer multiple breaks, especially for those planning early leave.
Expected Holidays in May:
- May 1 – Labour Day
- May 28 – Youm-e-Takbeer
Eid-ul-Adha (Tentative):
- Expected to begin May 27
- Likely three-day holiday
- Final dates depend on moon confirmation
Muharram and Ashura Holidays
Muharram observances are also part of the proposed schedule.
- June 25 and June 26
- Marking Ashura
These dates remain provisional until officially confirmed.
Independence Day and Eid Milad-un-Nabi
National and religious events continue later in the year.
- August 14 – Independence Day
- August 26 – Eid Milad-un-Nabi (PBUH) (expected)
Both days are observed nationwide.
November and December Public Holidays
The year wraps up with key historical and religious holidays.
Expected Year-End Holidays:
- November 9 – Iqbal Day
- December 25 – Quaid-e-Azam Day & Christmas
December 26 is expected to be a restricted holiday, applicable only to Christian employees.
Important Note on Islamic Holidays
Authorities have clearly stated:
- All Islamic holidays are tentative
- Dates will be finalized through official moon sightings
Always wait for the formal government notification before making travel or leave plans.
When Will the Final Holiday List Be Announced?
The final public holidays notification for 2026 is expected to be released by the federal government in the coming months.
