Holidays of Farvardin 1399

Nowruz Festival

Nowruz, the Iranian New Year celebration and the largest national festival of Iran, is observed annually on the first day of Farvardin (spring equinox). This festival has over 3,000 years of history and is recognized by UNESCO.

Nowruz Begins

Nowruz, the Iranian New Year celebration and the largest national festival of Iran, is observed annually on the first day of Farvardin (spring equinox). This festival has over 3,000 years of history and is recognized by UNESCO.

Novruz Bayramı (Day 1)

Novruz Bayramı (Day 1) falls in Farvardin this year.

Farmer's Day

The second day of the official Nowruz holidays. Families visit relatives and friends on this day.

Nowruz

The second day of the official Nowruz holidays. Families visit relatives and friends on this day.

Newroz (canonical date)

Newroz (canonical date) falls in Farvardin this year.

Novruz Bayramı (Day 2)

Novruz Bayramı (Day 2) falls in Farvardin this year.

Nowruz

The third day of official Nowruz holidays, continuing the New Year visits and celebrations.

Mab'ath of the Holy Prophet (PBUH)

The 27th of Rajab marks the Mab'ath — the day Prophet Muhammad received his first divine revelation and began his prophetic mission. This is an official holiday in Iran.

Novruz Bayramı (Day 3)

Novruz Bayramı (Day 3) falls in Farvardin this year.

Nowruz

The fourth and final day of official Nowruz holidays.

Novruz Bayramı (Day 4)

Novruz Bayramı (Day 4) falls in Farvardin this year.

Novruz Bayramı (Day 5)

Novruz Bayramı (Day 5) falls in Farvardin this year.

Islamic Republic of Iran Day

The 12th of Farvardin marks the anniversary of the establishment of the Islamic Republic of Iran in 1979. On this day, the people of Iran voted in a referendum to establish the Islamic Republic system.

Sizdah Bedar (Nature Day)

Sizdah Bedar (13th Farvardin) is the last day of Nowruz holidays and Nature Day. On this day, Iranians go outdoors into nature and release the Haft-Sin sprouts into running water.

Birth of Imam Mahdi (AJ)

The 15th of Sha'ban celebrates the birthday of Imam Mahdi, the 12th Shia Imam and the promised savior. This night is celebrated with festivities and fireworks.