This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Qatar 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 Qatar.
Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
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New Year's Day | Qatar January 1 2026, Thursday |
Local holiday |
National Sports Day | Qatar February 10 2026, Tuesday |
National |
March bank holiday | Qatar March 1 2026, Sunday |
Local holiday |
Eid al-Fitr | Qatar March 20 2026, Friday |
National |
March Equinox | Qatar March 20 2026, Friday |
Seasonal |
Eid al-Fitr Holiday | Qatar March 21 2026, Saturday |
National |
Eid al-Fitr Holiday | Qatar March 22 2026, Sunday |
National |
Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice) | Qatar May 27 2026, Wednesday |
National |
Eid al-Adha Holiday | Qatar May 28 2026, Thursday |
National |
Eid al-Adha Holiday | Qatar May 29 2026, Friday |
National |
June Solstice | Qatar June 21 2026, Sunday |
Seasonal |
September Equinox | Qatar September 23 2026, Wednesday |
Seasonal |
National Day | Qatar December 18 2026, Friday |
National |
December Solstice | Qatar December 21 2026, Monday |
Seasonal |
New Year's Eve | Qatar December 31 2026, Thursday |
Observance |