Public Holidays in Egypt (2026)
13 public holidays and 0 observances in 2026.
Overview
- Country
- Egypt
- Year
- 2026
- Public Holidays
- 13
- Observances
- 0
- Next Holiday
- Sham El Nessim (Mon, Apr 13)
All Holidays (2026)
Public holidays are official days off when most businesses and government offices are closed. Observances are widely recognized occasions, but businesses typically remain open.
| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Wed, Jan 7 | Christmas Day | Public |
| Sun, Jan 25 | National Police Day | Public |
| Sun, Jan 25 | Revolution Day 2011 | Public |
| Fri, Mar 20 | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Public |
| Mon, Apr 13 | Sham El Nessim | Public |
| Sat, Apr 25 | Sinai Liberation Day | Public |
| Fri, May 1 | Labour Day | Public |
| Wed, May 27 | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | Public |
| Tue, Jun 16 | Islamic New Year | Public |
| Tue, Jun 30 | 30 June Day | Public |
| Thu, Jul 23 | Revolution Day | Public |
| Tue, Aug 25 | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) | Public |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Armed Forces Day | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many public holidays does Egypt have in 2026?
- Egypt has 13 public holidays in 2026.
- What is the next public holiday in Egypt?
- The next public holiday is Sham El Nessim on Mon, Apr 13.
- What is the difference between a public holiday and an observance in Egypt?
- A public holiday is an official day off when most businesses are closed. An observance is a widely recognized occasion, but businesses typically remain open.