This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Djibouti in 2026. Public holidays are special days that everyone gets off work, while observances are traditional celebrations and events that are popular in a particular country without a day-off work status. Some dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check this page in advance before visiting Djibouti.
Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
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New Year | Djibouti January 1 2026, Thursday |
National |
Isra and Miraj | Djibouti January 16 2026, Friday |
National |
March Equinox | Djibouti March 20 2026, Friday |
Seasonal |
Eid al-Fitr | Djibouti March 20 2026, Friday |
National |
Eid al-Fitr Holiday | Djibouti March 21 2026, Saturday |
National |
Labor Day / May Day | Djibouti May 1 2026, Friday |
National |
Arafat Day | Djibouti May 26 2026, Tuesday |
National |
Eid al-Adha | Djibouti May 27 2026, Wednesday |
National |
Eid al-Adha Holiday | Djibouti May 28 2026, Thursday |
National |
Muharram | Djibouti June 17 2026, Wednesday |
National |
June Solstice | Djibouti June 21 2026, Sunday |
Seasonal |
Independence Day | Djibouti June 27 2026, Saturday |
National |
Independence Day Holiday | Djibouti June 28 2026, Sunday |
National |
Milad un Nabi (Mawlid) | Djibouti August 26 2026, Wednesday |
National |
September Equinox | Djibouti September 23 2026, Wednesday |
Seasonal |
December Solstice | Djibouti December 21 2026, Monday |
Seasonal |