Is Ashura a public holiday in Yemen?

Ashura is a Observance in Yemen, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.

Ashura 2026 falls on June 26, 2026.

What is Ashura called locally in Yemen?

Ashura is locally known as "عاشوراء" in Yemen.

Name: Ashura
Start: 2026-06-26
End: 2026-06-26
Location: Yemen

عاشوراء

Friday, June 26, 2026Check 2027 dates →

Country: Yemen
Scope: Nationwide
Type: Observance
Gazetted: No — not an official day off
Month: June 2026
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Date may vary: ±1 days (Subject to official confirmation)
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Impact Level: Normal Operations
Impact Description: This is an observance. Most businesses and government offices remain open.

10th of Muharram. Day of fasting and religious reflection. Observed differently by Sunni majority and Zaydi Shia population.

Is Ashura a public holiday in Yemen?: Ashura is a Observance in Yemen, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.
When is Ashura 2026?: Ashura 2026 falls on June 26, 2026.
What is Ashura called locally in Yemen?: Ashura is locally known as "عاشوراء" in Yemen.

Tenth day of Muharram. Observed as a day of fasting by Sunni Muslims and mourning by Shia Muslims commemorating the martyrdom of Husayn.