Geez New Year
Details
- Country
Eritrea- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- September 2026
- Long Weekends
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Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Marks the new year in the Ge'ez calendar used by the Ethiopian and Eritrean Orthodox traditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Geez New Year a public holiday in Eritrea?
- Yes, Geez New Year is an official public holiday in Eritrea. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Geez New Year 2026?
- Geez New Year 2026 falls on September 11, 2026.