This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Maldives 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 Maldives.
Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
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New Year's Day | Maldives January 1 2026, Thursday |
National |
Ramadan Start | Maldives February 18 2026, Wednesday |
National |
Eid ul Fitr | Maldives March 20 2026, Friday |
National |
March Equinox | Maldives March 20 2026, Friday |
Seasonal |
Eid al Fitr Holiday | Maldives March 21 2026, Saturday |
National |
Eid al Fitr Holiday | Maldives March 22 2026, Sunday |
National |
Labor Day / May Day | Maldives May 1 2026, Friday |
National |
Hajj Day | Maldives May 26 2026, Tuesday |
National |
Eid ul Adha | Maldives May 27 2026, Wednesday |
National |
Muharram/Islamic New Year | Maldives June 17 2026, Wednesday |
National |
June Solstice | Maldives June 21 2026, Sunday |
Seasonal |
Independence Day | Maldives July 26 2026, Sunday |
National |
Independence Day Holiday | Maldives July 27 2026, Monday |
National |
Milad un Nabi (Mawlid) | Maldives August 26 2026, Wednesday |
National |
September Equinox | Maldives September 23 2026, Wednesday |
Seasonal |
Victory Day | Maldives November 3 2026, Tuesday |
National |
Republic Day | Maldives November 11 2026, Wednesday |
National |
December Solstice | Maldives December 22 2026, Tuesday |
Seasonal |