Public HolidayHighest Significance

Meskel (Finding of the True Cross)

Name: Meskel (Finding of the True Cross)
Start: 2026-09-27
End: 2026-09-27
Location: Ethiopia

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Sunday, September 27, 2026

Details

Country: 🇪🇹 Ethiopia
Type: Public Holiday
Gazetted: Yes

Business Impact

Impact Level: High Impact
Impact Description: All offices and businesses closed; massive bonfire ceremonies in Addis Ababa's Meskel Square and across the country; UNESCO-listed event draws international tourists; roads closed for ceremonies
Planning Lead Time: Start 2 months before

Notes

UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Massive bonfire ceremony (Demera) in Meskel Square, Addis Ababa. Commemorates Empress Helena's discovery of the True Cross.

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