9 official holidays this month
2026-03-21 — 2026-04-20
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.
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.
Nowruz
The second day of the official Nowruz holidays. Families visit relatives and friends on this day.
Eid al-Fitr Holiday
The second day of Eid al-Fitr holiday. Families continue their visits and celebrations.
Nowruz
The third day of official Nowruz holidays, continuing the New Year visits and celebrations.
Nowruz
The fourth and final day of official Nowruz holidays.
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.
Martyrdom of Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (AS)
The 25th of Shawwal marks the martyrdom of Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq, the 6th Shia Imam. He was the founder of Ja'fari jurisprudence and one of the greatest Islamic scholars.
Official holidays in Iran for Farvardin 1405, with Gregorian and Islamic (Hijri) date equivalents. 9 official holidays in Farvardin.
