This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Eritrea in 2028. 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 2028, Saturday |
National |
Orthodox Christmas Day | Eritrea January 7 2028, Friday |
National |
Timket | Eritrea January 20 2028, Thursday |
National |
Eid al-Fitr | Eritrea February 27 2028, Sunday |
National |
Women's Day | Eritrea March 8 2028, Wednesday |
National |
March Equinox | Eritrea March 20 2028, Monday |
Seasonal |
Good Friday | Eritrea April 14 2028, Friday |
National |
Easter Sunday | Eritrea April 16 2028, Sunday |
National |
International Workers' Day | Eritrea May 1 2028, Monday |
National |
Eid al-Adha | Eritrea May 5 2028, Friday |
National |
Independence Day | Eritrea May 24 2028, Wednesday |
National |
Martyrs' Day | Eritrea June 20 2028, Tuesday |
National |
June Solstice | Eritrea June 20 2028, Tuesday |
Seasonal |
The Prophet's Birthday | Eritrea August 3 2028, Thursday |
National |
Commencement Day of Eritrean Armed Struggle | Eritrea September 1 2028, Friday |
National |
September Equinox | Eritrea September 22 2028, Friday |
Seasonal |
Meskel | Eritrea September 27 2028, Wednesday |
National |
December Solstice | Eritrea December 21 2028, Thursday |
Seasonal |
Christmas Day | Eritrea December 25 2028, Monday |
National |