Punjab Public Holidays 2026

Pakistan

View the complete list of public holidays and bank holidays in Punjab for 2026. Plan your year ahead with official dates, weekdays, and observances.

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                        About Public Holidays in Punjab

                        Public holidays in Punjab, Pakistan are official observances that may affect government offices, schools, banks, businesses, and public services. These holidays often include national celebrations, religious observances, and important civic dates.

                        This calendar helps residents, travelers, employers, and families plan vacations, work schedules, school breaks, and business closures around official holiday dates.

                        Working Days and Business Closures

                        On major public holidays, many government offices, banks, schools, and private businesses may close or operate with reduced hours. Opening times for shops, restaurants, transport, and local services can vary.

                        Always check with local authorities, employers, or service providers for exact opening hours during public holidays.

                        All Public Holidays in Punjab, Pakistan 2026

                        DateDayHolidayType
                        February 5, 2026Thursdayیومِ یکجہتیِ کشمیرPublic Holiday
                        March 20, 2026FridayEnd of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)Public Holiday
                        March 23, 2026Mondayیومِ پاکستانPublic Holiday
                        May 1, 2026FridayLabour DayPublic Holiday
                        May 27, 2026WednesdayFeast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)Public Holiday
                        May 28, 2026Thursdayیومِ تکبیرPublic Holiday
                        June 24, 2026WednesdayعاشورہPublic Holiday
                        August 14, 2026Fridayیومِ آزادیPublic Holiday
                        August 25, 2026TuesdayBirthday of Muhammad (Mawlid)Public Holiday
                        November 9, 2026Mondayیومِ اقبالPublic Holiday
                        December 25, 2026Fridayیومِ قائدِاعظمPublic Holiday
                        Show 2027 public holidays

                        All Public Holidays in Punjab, Pakistan 2027

                        DateDayHolidayType
                        February 5, 2027Fridayیومِ یکجہتیِ کشمیرPublic Holiday
                        March 9, 2027TuesdayEnd of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)Public Holiday
                        March 23, 2027Tuesdayیومِ پاکستانPublic Holiday
                        May 1, 2027SaturdayLabour DayPublic Holiday
                        May 16, 2027SundayFeast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)Public Holiday
                        May 28, 2027Fridayیومِ تکبیرPublic Holiday
                        June 14, 2027MondayعاشورہPublic Holiday
                        August 14, 2027SaturdayBirthday of Muhammad (Mawlid)Public Holiday
                        August 14, 2027Saturdayیومِ آزادیPublic Holiday
                        November 9, 2027Tuesdayیومِ اقبالPublic Holiday
                        December 25, 2027Saturdayیومِ قائدِاعظمPublic Holiday

                        Frequently Asked Questions

                        How many public holidays are there in Punjab?

                        The number of public holidays in Punjab, Pakistan can vary by year depending on official calendars, weekends, and local observances.

                        Do businesses close on public holidays in Punjab?

                        Many government offices, banks, schools, and businesses close on major public holidays, although private businesses may follow different schedules.

                        Are public holidays the same every year?

                        Some holidays fall on fixed dates every year, while others change because they are based on weekends, religious calendars, or official yearly announcements.

                        How can I take fewer PTO days but get more time off in Punjab?

                        Use the "Best Time to Take PTO / Vacation" section on this page. It automatically finds the public holidays in Punjab, Pakistan that fall closest to a weekend and tells you exactly how many PTO or vacation days to book to turn them into the longest possible consecutive break.

                        What is the "Smart Time Off" feature?

                        Smart Time Off highlights the single best upcoming opportunity to bridge a public holiday in Punjab with a weekend using the fewest PTO or vacation days, so you can plan ahead for the biggest break with the least time taken off work.

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