Holidays of Esfand 1419

Arbaeen of Hussain

Arbaeen, the 20th of Safar, marks the 40th day after the martyrdom of Imam Hussein. Millions of pilgrims walk toward Karbala each year, forming the world's largest religious gathering.

Demise of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) and Martyrdom of Imam Hasan al-Mujtaba (AS)

The 28th of Safar marks the anniversary of the passing of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). This day is an official holiday and public mourning day in Iran.

International Women's Day

International Women's Day falls in Esfand this year.

Martyrdom of Imam Hasan al-Askari (AS)

The 8th of Rabi al-Awwal marks the martyrdom of Imam Hasan al-Askari, the 11th Shia Imam. This day is an official holiday in Iran.

Kurdistan Uprising Day

Kurdistan Uprising Day falls in Esfand this year.

Mawlid al-Nabi (Prophet's Birthday)

Mawlid al-Nabi (Prophet's Birthday) is an official Iranian holiday observed on 12 Rabi' al-Awwal, so its Persian and Gregorian dates shift every year.

Mawlid al-Nabi

Mawlid al-Nabi is an official Iranian holiday observed on 12 Rabi' al-Awwal, so its Persian and Gregorian dates shift every year.

Halabja Remembrance Day

Halabja Remembrance Day falls in Esfand this year.

Nationalization of the Iranian Oil Industry

The 29th of Esfand marks the anniversary of the nationalization of Iran's oil industry under the leadership of Dr. Mohammad Mosaddegh in 1951. This day is an official holiday and a symbol of Iran's economic independence.