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🇪🇹Ethiopia
Sep 11
Ethiopian New Year on 1 Meskerem. Marks the end of the rainy season. Children sing door-to-door. Yellow Meskel daisies…
Ethiopian New Year (Enkutatash) 2026
September 11, 2026🇪🇹 EthiopiaPublic Holiday
About Ethiopian New Year (Enkutatash)
Ethiopian New Year on 1 Meskerem. Marks the end of the rainy season. Children sing door-to-door. Yellow Meskel daisies bloom everywhere. Year 2019 in the Ethiopian calendar.
Key Details
Date
September 11, 2026
Type
Public Holiday
Gazetted
Yes
Business Impact
High
Country
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
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Plan Your Time Off
Long weekends near this holiday — maximize your days off.
እንቁጣጣሽ
11–13 September 2026
3 days off
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Ethiopian New Year (Enkutatash) 2026?
- Ethiopian New Year (Enkutatash) 2026 is September 11, 2026 in Ethiopia.
- Is Ethiopian New Year (Enkutatash) a public holiday in Ethiopia?
- Yes, Ethiopian New Year (Enkutatash) is an official public holiday in Ethiopia. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- How many days is Ethiopian New Year (Enkutatash) 2026?
- Ethiopian New Year (Enkutatash) 2026 lasts 1 day(s), from September 11, 2026.