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When is Nowruz 2026?
Nowruz falls on different dates around the world in 2026. The first is Saturday, March 21, 2026 and the last is Monday, March 23, 2026, across 3 countries.
Nowruz Holiday is a regional holiday in Iraq
Also listed as Nowruz Holiday.
See March 21 on the world mapNowruz 2026 by country
| Country | Date |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇪 Georgia | March 21Saturday |
| 🇮🇶 Iraq | March 21Saturday |
| 🇮🇶 IraqNowruz Holiday | March 22Sunday |
| 🇦🇱 AlbaniaDita e Sulltan Nevruzit | March 23Monday |
| 🇮🇶 IraqNowruz Holiday | March 23Monday |
Questions about Nowruz
- When is Nowruz in 2026?
- It depends on the country. In 2026 it falls on March 21, March 22 and March 23. The table above shows the date for each country.
- Which countries celebrate Nowruz?
- Nowruz is marked in 3 countries: Albania, Georgia and Iraq.
- Is Nowruz a public holiday?
- Yes, it's a public holiday in Albania and Iraq. Elsewhere it may be an observance or a regional holiday, so check the table for each country.
Other holidays around the same time
- March Equinox March 20
- Labour Day March 2
- Independence Day January 1
- Mother's Day February 8
- Father's Day January 4
- Eid al-Fitr March 18
- Constitution Day January 7
- Daylight Saving Time starts March 8
- Emancipation Day March 22
- Martyrs' Day January 4
- National Heroes' Day January 20
- Youth Day February 11