Tehran: The closing ceremony of the 16th Farabi International Festival dedicated to humanities and Islamic studies took place on February 15, 2026, at Allameh Amini Hall of the University of Tehran. The event was attended by President Masoud Pezeshkian, Minister of Science Hossein Simaei Sarraf, and University of Tehran President Mohammad-Hossein Omid.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the festival is known for its focus on advancing scholarship in the humanities and Islamic studies. The presence of high-profile attendees such as President Pezeshkian and Minister Sarraf highlighted the significance of the event in the academic and cultural landscape of the country. The University of Tehran served as a fitting venue for the closing ceremony, given its prominent role in higher education and research.