Pakistan may have 11 public holidays in May 2026 – Check details

Pakistan’s May 2026 packs 11 public holidays, with chances for long weekends and mega-breaks. Perfect for road trips or chill time!

1. Labor Day Holiday (May 1)

Date: Friday, May 1
National holiday across govt, private sectors.
Bonus: Follows with Sat-Sun, making 3 consecutive days off. Start the month relaxed!
2. Eid-ul-Adha & Youm-e-Takbir Festivities (May 26-29 Likely)

Predicted Dates (moon-sighting by Ruet-e-Hilal Committee confirms):
May 26 (Mon): Possible pre-Eid holiday.
May 27 (Tue): Eid-ul-Adha prayers and celebrations.
May 28 (Thu): Youm-e-Takbir (nuclear tests anniversary).
May 29 (Fri): Standard Friday off + holiday vibes.

Potential: If May 26 joins, that’s 6 straight days (Mon-Fri + weekend extension)!
Officials note exact Eid dates hinge on moon sighting. Govt offices, schools, and most businesses shut down during these.

Total: 11 holidays mean plenty of downtime.