Holiday Calendar
Balkh Public Holidays 2026
National holidays for Afghanistan applicable to Balkh.
Total Holidays
16
Next Holiday
Afghan Victory Day
Days Until Next
7
Year
2026
| Date | Local Name | English Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
Feb 15, 2026 Sunday |
Liberation Day | Liberation Day | Public |
Feb 18, 2026 Wednesday |
First Day of Ramadan | First Day of Ramadan | Public |
Mar 20, 2026 Friday |
Eid al-Fitr | Eid al-Fitr | Public |
Mar 21, 2026 Saturday |
Eid al-Fitr Holiday | Eid al-Fitr Holiday | Public |
Mar 22, 2026 Sunday |
Eid al-Fitr Holiday | Eid al-Fitr Holiday | Public |
Apr 28, 2026 Tuesday |
Afghan Victory Day | Afghan Victory Day | Public |
May 1, 2026 Friday |
Labor Day | Labor Day | Public |
May 26, 2026 Tuesday |
Day of Arafat | Day of Arafat | Public |
May 27, 2026 Wednesday |
Eid al-Qurban | Eid al-Qurban | Public |
May 28, 2026 Thursday |
Eid al-Qurban Holiday | Eid al-Qurban Holiday | Public |
May 29, 2026 Friday |
Eid al-Qurban Holiday | Eid al-Qurban Holiday | Public |
Jun 26, 2026 Friday |
Ashura | Ashura | Public |
Aug 19, 2026 Wednesday |
Independence Day | Independence Day | Public |
Aug 26, 2026 Wednesday |
Mawlid al-Nabi | The Prophet's Birthday | Public |
Aug 31, 2026 Monday |
Withdrawal Anniversary | Anniversary of the Withdrawal of Foreign Troops | Public |
Sep 9, 2026 Wednesday |
Martyrs Day | Martyrs and Ahmad Shah Massoud Day | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays does Balkh have in 2026?
Balkh follows the national holiday calendar of Afghanistan, which has 16 public holidays in 2026.
What is the next public holiday in Balkh?
The next public holiday applicable to Balkh is Afghan Victory Day on April 28, 2026.
Are national holidays in Afghanistan observed in Balkh?
Yes. All national public holidays of Afghanistan are observed in Balkh. Some states may also have additional regional holidays.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Balkh?
Yes, banks and government offices in Balkh are typically closed on national public holidays. ATMs remain accessible.
Is Liberation Day a public holiday in Balkh?
Liberation Day is an official public holiday in Afghanistan, and is therefore observed in Balkh.
Do schools close on public holidays in Balkh?
Yes, schools in Balkh are generally closed on national public holidays as declared by Afghanistan.
What currency is used in Balkh?
The official currency of Balkh is the same as Afghanistan: Afghan afghani.
What is the weather like in Balkh?
Check the current 3-day weather forecast for Balkh on our Weather page.