This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Eritrea in 2040. 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 2040, Sunday |
National |
Orthodox Christmas Day | Eritrea January 7 2040, Saturday |
National |
Timket | Eritrea January 20 2040, Friday |
National |
Women's Day | Eritrea March 8 2040, Thursday |
National |
March Equinox | Eritrea March 20 2040, Tuesday |
Seasonal |
The Prophet's Birthday | Eritrea March 26 2040, Monday |
National |
Good Friday | Eritrea March 30 2040, Friday |
National |
Easter Sunday | Eritrea April 1 2040, Sunday |
National |
International Workers' Day | Eritrea May 1 2040, Tuesday |
National |
Independence Day | Eritrea May 24 2040, Thursday |
National |
Martyrs' Day | Eritrea June 20 2040, Wednesday |
National |
June Solstice | Eritrea June 20 2040, Wednesday |
Seasonal |
Commencement Day of Eritrean Armed Struggle | Eritrea September 1 2040, Saturday |
National |
September Equinox | Eritrea September 22 2040, Saturday |
Seasonal |
Meskel | Eritrea September 27 2040, Thursday |
National |
Eid al-Fitr | Eritrea October 8 2040, Monday |
National |
Eid al-Adha | Eritrea December 15 2040, Saturday |
National |
December Solstice | Eritrea December 21 2040, Friday |
Seasonal |
Christmas Day | Eritrea December 25 2040, Tuesday |
National |