The day in Afghanistan marks the withdrawal of Soviet forces on February 15, 1989, ending a decade-long occupation.

The day marks the beginning of the Islamic holy month of fasting, prayer, and reflection, based on the lunar calendar.

Important religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide that marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting (sawm).

Mujahideen Victory Day commemorates the day when Mujahideen rebel forces overthrew the Communist government in 1992. It is celebrated mostly by former Mujahideen. Some Afghans are against celebrating the day because it marks the start of civil war.

A holiday observed on May 1st to recognize workers and labor rights, with historical origins in late 19th-century labor demonstrations.

The day marks the second day of the Hajj pilgrimage, when pilgrims gather on Mount Arafat, and it is considered a time for prayer and reflection.

One of the most important Islamic holidays, it honors the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son, as an act of obedience to God's command. Begins on the tenth day of the Islamic month Dhu'l-Hijjah

The day is observed on the 10th day of Muharram and is significant in Islam for the martyrdom of Imam Hussein and other historic events.

August 15 is observed as a national holiday, established by the Taliban in 2022 to commemorate their capture of Kabul in 2021 during the Taliban offensive

The day commemorates Afghanistan’s independence from British influence after the signing of the Treaty of Rawalpindi on August 19, 1919.

National holiday that celebrates the anniversary of the final withdrawal of U.S. and NATO troops from Afghanistan on August 31, 2021, symbolizing the end of the 20-year foreign military presence. The day is observed with parades and celebrations across the country.

Traditional commemoration of the birth of Muhammad, falls on 12 Rabi' al-awwal

The day in Afghanistan honors national martyr Ahmad Shah Massoud, assassinated on September 9, 2001, and all others who died in conflict.