This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Eritrea in 2027. 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 Eritrea.
Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
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New Year | Eritrea January 1 2027, Friday |
National |
Orthodox Christmas Day | Eritrea January 7 2027, Thursday |
National |
Timket | Eritrea January 19 2027, Tuesday |
National |
Women's Day | Eritrea March 8 2027, Monday |
National |
Eid al-Fitr | Eritrea March 10 2027, Wednesday |
National |
March Equinox | Eritrea March 20 2027, Saturday |
Seasonal |
Good Friday | Eritrea March 26 2027, Friday |
National |
Easter Sunday | Eritrea March 28 2027, Sunday |
National |
International Workers' Day | Eritrea May 1 2027, Saturday |
National |
Eid al-Adha | Eritrea May 17 2027, Monday |
National |
Independence Day | Eritrea May 24 2027, Monday |
National |
Martyrs' Day | Eritrea June 20 2027, Sunday |
National |
June Solstice | Eritrea June 21 2027, Monday |
Seasonal |
The Prophet's Birthday | Eritrea August 15 2027, Sunday |
National |
Commencement Day of Eritrean Armed Struggle | Eritrea September 1 2027, Wednesday |
National |
September Equinox | Eritrea September 23 2027, Thursday |
Seasonal |
Meskel | Eritrea September 27 2027, Monday |
National |
December Solstice | Eritrea December 22 2027, Wednesday |
Seasonal |
Christmas Day | Eritrea December 25 2027, Saturday |
National |