Holidays in Eritrea in 2026
This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Eritrea 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 Eritrea.
| Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
|---|---|---|
| New Year | Eritrea January 1 2026, Thursday |
National |
| Orthodox Christmas Day | Eritrea January 7 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| Timket | Eritrea January 19 2026, Monday |
National |
| Women's Day | Eritrea March 8 2026, Sunday |
National |
| Eid al-Fitr | Eritrea March 20 2026, Friday |
National |
| March Equinox | Eritrea March 20 2026, Friday |
Seasonal |
| Good Friday | Eritrea April 3 2026, Friday |
National |
| Easter Sunday | Eritrea April 5 2026, Sunday |
National |
| International Workers' Day | Eritrea May 1 2026, Friday |
National |
| Independence Day | Eritrea May 24 2026, Sunday |
National |
| Eid al-Adha | Eritrea May 27 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| Martyrs' Day | Eritrea June 20 2026, Saturday |
National |
| June Solstice | Eritrea June 21 2026, Sunday |
Seasonal |
| The Prophet's Birthday | Eritrea August 26 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| Commencement Day of Eritrean Armed Struggle | Eritrea September 1 2026, Tuesday |
National |
| September Equinox | Eritrea September 23 2026, Wednesday |
Seasonal |
| Meskel | Eritrea September 27 2026, Sunday |
National |
| December Solstice | Eritrea December 21 2026, Monday |
Seasonal |
| Christmas Day | Eritrea December 25 2026, Friday |
National |
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