Eritrea Public Holidays 2026
Eritrea observes 17 public holidays in 2026. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
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All holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Jan 7 | Wednesday | Orthodox Christmas | Public |
| Jan 19 | Monday | Epiphany | Public |
| Feb 10 | Tuesday | Fenkil Day | Public |
| Mar 8 | Sunday | International Women's Day | Public |
| Mar 20 | Friday | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Public |
| Apr 10 | Friday | Orthodox Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 12 | Sunday | Orthodox Easter | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 24 | Sunday | Independence Day | Public |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | Public |
| Jun 20 | Saturday | Martyrs' Day | Public |
| Aug 25 | Tuesday | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) | Public |
| Sep 1 | Tuesday | Revolution Day | Public |
| Sep 11 | Friday | Geez New Year | Public |
| Sep 27 | Sunday | Meskel | Public |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 20, 2026
About public holidays in Eritrea
Public holidays in Eritrea are days when most schools, banks, government offices and many businesses are closed nationwide. Dates for religious and lunar-calendar holidays can shift from year to year, and governments occasionally move observed dates when a holiday falls on a weekend. Always confirm critical dates with an official source before booking travel or scheduling business.
Frequently asked questions
- How many public holidays does Eritrea have in 2026?
- Eritrea has 17 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Eritrea?
- The next public holiday in Eritrea is Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) on August 25, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Eritrea?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Eritrea close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.