This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Eritrea in 2025. 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 2025, Wednesday |
National |
Orthodox Christmas Day | Eritrea January 7 2025, Tuesday |
National |
Timket | Eritrea January 19 2025, Sunday |
National |
Women's Day | Eritrea March 8 2025, Saturday |
National |
March Equinox | Eritrea March 20 2025, Thursday |
Seasonal |
Eid al-Fitr | Eritrea March 31 2025, Monday |
National |
Good Friday | Eritrea April 18 2025, Friday |
National |
Easter Sunday | Eritrea April 20 2025, Sunday |
National |
International Workers' Day | Eritrea May 1 2025, Thursday |
National |
Independence Day | Eritrea May 24 2025, Saturday |
National |
Eid al-Adha | Eritrea June 7 2025, Saturday |
National |
Martyrs' Day | Eritrea June 20 2025, Friday |
National |
June Solstice | Eritrea June 21 2025, Saturday |
Seasonal |
Commencement Day of Eritrean Armed Struggle | Eritrea September 1 2025, Monday |
National |
The Prophet's Birthday | Eritrea September 5 2025, Friday |
National |
September Equinox | Eritrea September 22 2025, Monday |
Seasonal |
Meskel | Eritrea September 27 2025, Saturday |
National |
December Solstice | Eritrea December 21 2025, Sunday |
Seasonal |
Christmas Day | Eritrea December 25 2025, Thursday |
National |