Meskel
Public HolidayMajor
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
Christian festival commemorating the finding of the True Cross, celebrated with bonfires and processions.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Meskel a public holiday in Eritrea?
- Yes, Meskel is an official public holiday in Eritrea. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Meskel 2026?
- Meskel 2026 falls on September 27, 2026.