The Government of Pakistan has officially announced Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 holidays, according to a notification issued by the Cabinet Division after approval from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
Under the notification, March 20 and March 21, 2026 have been declared public holidays across Pakistan for the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr.
These holidays will apply to all government offices and institutions, including departments observing five-day and six-day working weeks.
With Sunday (March 22) as the weekly holiday and March 23 observed as Pakistan Day, the announcement effectively creates a four-day long weekend nationwide.
Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 Holidays in Pakistan (Official Schedule)
Date
Day
Holiday
20 March 2026
Friday
Eid-ul-Fitr Holiday
21 March 2026
Saturday
Eid-ul-Fitr Holiday
22 March 2026
Sunday
Weekly Holiday
23 March 2026
Monday
Pakistan Day
This schedule means employees and students will likely enjoy a four-day public holiday break across the country.
Cabinet Division Holiday Notification 2026
According to the Cabinet Division notification, the Eid holidays apply to:
Federal government offices
Public sector organizations
Government institutions
Departments with both five-day and six-day work schedules
The government has instructed essential departments to maintain operational arrangements so that critical public services continue without disruption during the holidays.
This ensures that healthcare services, emergency response units, and public utilities remain available for citizens.
Pakistan Day Holiday – 23 March 2026
Pakistan Day, observed on March 23, commemorates the historic Lahore Resolution of 1940, which laid the foundation for the creation of Pakistan.
The day is celebrated nationwide with:
Military parades
National ceremonies
Cultural events
Educational activities
Since Pakistan Day falls immediately after Eid holidays in 2026, it extends the holiday period and contributes to the long weekend across Pakistan.
Public Holidays in Pakistan 2026 (Major National Holidays)
Pakistan observes several national holidays every year for religious, cultural, and historical events.
Date
Holiday
5 February
Kashmir Day
20-21 March
Eid-ul-Fitr
23 March
Pakistan Day
1 May
Labour Day
27-29 May
Eid-ul-Azha
24-25 June
Ashura
14 August
Independence Day
25 August
Eid Milad-un-Nabi
9 November
Allama Iqbal Day
25 December
Quaid-e-Azam Day / Christmas
Some religious holidays depend on moon sighting under the Islamic Hijri calendar.
Bank Holidays in Pakistan 2026
Bank holidays differ from national holidays because banks remain closed for public dealing, but internal operations may continue.
Date
Holiday
1 January
Bank Holiday
18 February
Zakat Deduction Day
1 July
Bank Holiday
Optional Religious Holidays in Pakistan
Pakistan is a multicultural country where different religious communities celebrate their own festivals.
Some optional holidays include:
Holi
Easter
Diwali
Baisakhi
Guru Nanak Dev Birthday
Buddha Purnima
Government employees may take optional leave based on their religious community celebrations.
Why the Eid-ul-Fitr Holidays Matter
The announcement of Eid holidays allows families and workers across Pakistan to:
Celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr with relatives
Travel to hometowns
Participate in religious gatherings
Enjoy time with family after Ramadan
The government grants these holidays annually to facilitate smooth celebration of religious festivals and provide rest for the workforce.
Expected Long Weekend in Pakistan – March 2026
With the combination of Eid holidays and Pakistan Day, Pakistan will experience one of the longest holiday weekends of 2026.
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