Kuwait public holidays 2026
National public holidays in Kuwait. Regional/subdivision holidays are not included.
2026 holidays
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | Thursday | رأس السنة الميلادية |
| January 16, 2026 | Friday | ليلة المعراج (تقديري) |
| February 25, 2026 | Wednesday | اليوم الوطني |
| February 26, 2026 | Thursday | يوم التحرير |
| March 20, 2026 | Friday | عيد الفطر (تقديري) |
| March 21, 2026 | Saturday | عطلة عيد الفطر (تقديري) |
| March 22, 2026 | Sunday | عطلة عيد الفطر (تقديري) |
| May 26, 2026 | Tuesday | يوم عرفة (تقديري) |
| May 27, 2026 | Wednesday | عيد الأضحى (تقديري) |
| May 28, 2026 | Thursday | عطلة عيد الأضحى (تقديري) |
| May 29, 2026 | Friday | عطلة عيد الأضحى (تقديري) |
| June 16, 2026 | Tuesday | رأس السنة الهجرية (تقديري) |
| August 25, 2026 | Tuesday | عيد المولد النبوي (تقديري) |
Weekend days: Friday and Saturday. Coverage: 2010–2040. Source: python-holidays (MIT), national public holidays.
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FAQ
How many public holidays does Kuwait have in 2026?
13 weekday and weekend holiday dates are listed for 2026, in addition to weekends (Friday and Saturday).
What days are weekends for Kuwait?
Weekend days are Friday and Saturday.
When is the next Kuwait holiday?
رأس السنة الميلادية on Friday, January 1, 2027.
How do I check Kuwait business days in code?
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