Public Holidays in Eritrea (2026)
17 public holidays and 0 observances in 2026.
Overview
- Country
- Eritrea
- Year
- 2026
- Public Holidays
- 17
- Observances
- 0
- Next Holiday
- Orthodox Good Friday (Fri, Apr 10)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, Jan 1 | New Year's Day | Public |
| Wed, Jan 7 | Orthodox Christmas | Public |
| Mon, Jan 19 | Epiphany | Public |
| Tue, Feb 10 | Fenkil Day | Public |
| Sun, Mar 8 | International Women's Day | Public |
| Fri, Mar 20 | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Public |
| Fri, Apr 10 | Orthodox Good Friday | Public |
| Sun, Apr 12 | Orthodox Easter | Public |
| Fri, May 1 | Labour Day | Public |
| Sun, May 24 | Independence Day | Public |
| Wed, May 27 | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | Public |
| Sat, Jun 20 | Martyrs' Day | Public |
| Tue, Aug 25 | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) | Public |
| Tue, Sep 1 | Revolution Day | Public |
| Fri, Sep 11 | Geez New Year | Public |
| Sun, Sep 27 | Meskel | Public |
| Fri, Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many public holidays does Eritrea have in 2026?
- Eritrea has 17 public holidays in 2026.
- What is the next public holiday in Eritrea?
- The next public holiday is Orthodox Good Friday on Fri, Apr 10.
- What is the difference between a public holiday and an observance in Eritrea?
- 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.