Upcoming Public Holidays
- Sun, May 24Independence Day
- Wed, May 27Eid al-Adha
- Sat, Jun 20Martyrs' Day
- Tue, Sep 1Armed Struggle Day
- Fri, Dec 25Christmas Day
🇪🇷 Eritrea — 2026 Calendar
8 holidays, festivals & observances
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January
- New Year's DayThu, Jan 1
March
- Women's DaySun, Mar 8
- Eid al-FitrFri, Mar 20 – Sat, Mar 21
May
- Independence DaySun, May 24
- Eid al-AdhaWed, May 27 – Thu, May 28
June
- Martyrs' DaySat, Jun 20
September
- Armed Struggle DayTue, Sep 1
December
- Christmas DayFri, Dec 25

Eritrea has 8 holidays, festivals, and observances in 2026. Browse the complete calendar below.
🇪🇷 Frequently Asked Questions — Eritrea Holidays 2026
- How many public holidays does Eritrea have in 2026?
- Eritrea has 8 public holidays in 2026, with a total of 8 holidays, festivals, and observances throughout the year.
- What are the main public holidays in Eritrea?
- The main public holidays in Eritrea include Independence Day, Armed Struggle Day, New Year's Day, Martyrs' Day, Women's Day.
- When is the next holiday in Eritrea?
- The next upcoming holiday in Eritrea is Independence Day on Sunday, May 24, 2026.
- Is there a complete national calendar for Eritrea 2026?
- Yes, this page provides the complete Eritrea 2026 national calendar with 8 holidays, festivals, and observances.
- When are the collective leave days in Eritrea for 2026?
- Collective leave dates in Eritrea for 2026 are set by the government. See the public holidays table above for the complete list.
Holiday data for Eritrea is sourced from official government gazettes and verified against multiple public sources.