5 official holidays this month
2019-05-22 — 2019-06-21
Martyrdom of Imam Ali (AS)
The 21st of Ramadan marks the martyrdom of Imam Ali, the first Shia Imam. Imam Ali was struck while praying at the Kufa Mosque and passed away two days later.
Demise of Imam Khomeini
The 14th of Khordad marks the anniversary of the passing of the founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Imam Khomeini, in 1989. This day is an official holiday and public mourning day.
15 Khordad Uprising
The 15th of Khordad marks the anniversary of the Iranian people's uprising in 1963 against the Pahlavi regime after the arrest of Imam Khomeini. This uprising marked the beginning of Iran's Islamic movement.
Eid al-Fitr
Eid al-Fitr, the 1st of Shawwal, celebrates the end of Ramadan and is one of the most important Islamic holidays. Muslims celebrate with Eid prayer, charity (Zakat al-Fitr), and family visits.
Eid al-Fitr Holiday
The second day of Eid al-Fitr holiday. Families continue their visits and celebrations.
Official holidays in Iran for Khordad 1398, with Gregorian and Islamic (Hijri) date equivalents. 5 official holidays in Khordad.
