The Pakistan Public Holidays 2025 calendar is packed with vibrant festivals, historic commemorations, and religious observances. Whether you are planning family gatherings, business schedules, or travel plans, understanding the Pakistan Public Holidays 2025 calendar will help you organize the year with ease.
Full List of Pakistan Public Holidays 2025 Calendar
Table of Contents
Below is the official Pakistan Public Holidays 2025 calendar with confirmed and expected dates. Islamic holidays are subject to moon sighting and may vary by one day.
| Date (2025) | Day | Holiday/Festival | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1 | Wednesday | New Year’s Day (Optional) | Optional Holiday |
| February 5 | Wednesday | Kashmir Solidarity Day | National Holiday |
| March 23 | Sunday | Pakistan Day | National Holiday |
| April 1 | Tuesday | Shab-e-Barat (Night of Forgiveness)* | Religious Holiday* |
| April 10–12 | Thu–Sat | Eid-ul-Fitr | Religious/National Holiday |
| May 1 | Thursday | Labour Day | International/National |
| June 6–8 | Fri–Sun | Eid-ul-Adha (Bakra Eid) | Religious/National Holiday |
| June 27 | Friday | 1st Muharram – Islamic New Year | Religious Holiday* |
| July 6 | Sunday | Ashura (9th–10th Muharram) | Religious/National Holiday |
| August 14 | Thursday | Independence Day | National Holiday |
| September 5 | Friday | Eid Milad-un-Nabi (12 Rabi-ul-Awwal) | Religious/National Holiday |
| November 9 | Sunday | Allama Iqbal Day | National Holiday |
| December 25 | Thursday | Quaid-e-Azam Day / Christmas | National & Christian Holiday |
*Islamic holidays in the Pakistan Public Holidays 2025 calendar depend on moon sighting.
Major Religious Festivals in the Pakistan Public Holidays 2025 Calendar
- Eid-ul-Fitr (April 10–12, 2025)
A joyful festival marking the end of Ramadan, central to the Pakistan Public Holidays 2025 calendar, celebrated with prayers, charity, and feasting. - Eid-ul-Adha (June 6–8, 2025)
Known as the Festival of Sacrifice, this key event in the Pakistan Public Holidays 2025 calendar commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s devotion. - Ashura (July 6, 2025)
Observed nationwide, Ashura is an important date within the Pakistan Public Holidays 2025 calendar for both reflection and remembrance. - Eid Milad-un-Nabi (September 5, 2025)
Celebrating the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), this festival brings vibrant processions and lights to the Pakistan Public Holidays 2025 calendar.
National Days on the Pakistan Public Holidays 2025 Calendar
- Pakistan Day (March 23) – Marks the 1940 Lahore Resolution.
- Independence Day (August 14) – The most patriotic highlight of the Pakistan Public Holidays 2025 calendar.
- Iqbal Day (November 9) – Honours poet-philosopher Allama Iqbal.
- Quaid-e-Azam Day (December 25) – Celebrates the birthday of Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
Regional & Cultural Events
The Pakistan Public Holidays 2025 calendar also includes vibrant regional festivities such as:
- Shandur Polo Festival (July) in Gilgit-Baltistan
- Chilimjusht Spring Festival (May) in Chitral’s Kalash Valley
- Mela Chiraghan (March/April) at the shrine of Shah Hussain in Lahore
- Numerous Sufi Urs celebrations across Sindh and Punjab
Planning Tips for the Pakistan Public Holidays 2025 Calendar
- Business & Banking: Offices and banks follow the Pakistan Public Holidays 2025 calendar, so plan transactions early.
- Travel: Book transport and accommodation ahead of major Eid holidays.
- Moon Sighting Updates: Islamic dates in the Pakistan Public Holidays 2025 calendar may shift by one day.
Conclusion
The Pakistan Public Holidays 2025 calendar captures the nation’s religious devotion, cultural heritage, and patriotic spirit. From Eid celebrations to Independence Day parades, these dates offer time for family, reflection, and national pride. Keep this Pakistan Public Holidays 2025 calendar handy to plan your year and experience the country’s rich traditions to the fullest.
