Eritrea public holidays 2026
National public holidays in Eritrea. Regional/subdivision holidays are not included.
2026 holidays
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| January 7, 2026 | Wednesday | Orthodox Christmas |
| January 19, 2026 | Monday | Epiphany |
| March 8, 2026 | Sunday | Women's Day |
| March 20, 2026 | Friday | Eid al-Fitr (estimated) |
| April 10, 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| April 12, 2026 | Sunday | Orthodox Easter |
| May 1, 2026 | Friday | International Workers' Day |
| May 24, 2026 | Sunday | Independence Day |
| May 27, 2026 | Wednesday | Eid al-Adha (estimated) |
| June 20, 2026 | Saturday | Martyrs' Day |
| August 25, 2026 | Tuesday | Prophet's Birthday (estimated) |
| September 1, 2026 | Tuesday | Revolution Day |
| September 11, 2026 | Friday | Ethiopian New Year |
| September 27, 2026 | Sunday | Finding of the True Cross |
Weekend days: Saturday and Sunday. Coverage: 2010–2040. Source: python-holidays (MIT), national public holidays.
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FAQ
How many public holidays does Eritrea have in 2026?
15 weekday and weekend holiday dates are listed for 2026, in addition to weekends (Saturday and Sunday).
What days are weekends for Eritrea?
Weekend days are Saturday and Sunday.
When is the next Eritrea holiday?
New Year's Day on Friday, January 1, 2027.
How do I check Eritrea business days in code?
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