Adwa Victory Day
የአድዋ ድል በዓል
Details
- Country
Ethiopia- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- National Day
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- March 2026
- Long Weekends
- View opportunities
Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Offices Closed
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
- Planning Lead Time
- Start 1 month before
Notes
Commemorates Ethiopia's victory over Italy at the Battle of Adwa in 1896 — a defining moment of African resistance to colonialism.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Adwa Victory Day a public holiday in Ethiopia?
- Yes, Adwa Victory Day is an official public holiday in Ethiopia. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Adwa Victory Day 2026?
- Adwa Victory Day 2026 falls on March 2, 2026.
- What is Adwa Victory Day called locally in Ethiopia?
- Adwa Victory Day is locally known as "የአድዋ ድል በዓል" in Ethiopia.