Holidays in Qatar in 2026

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
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