Patriots' Victory Day
የአርበኞች ቀን
Details
- Country
Ethiopia- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- National Day
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- May 2026
- Long Weekends
- View opportunities
Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Reduced Operations
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
- Planning Lead Time
- Start 1 month before
Notes
Commemorates the liberation of Addis Ababa from Italian occupation in 1941. Honors Ethiopian patriots who resisted the five-year Italian occupation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Patriots' Victory Day a public holiday in Ethiopia?
- Yes, Patriots' Victory Day is an official public holiday in Ethiopia. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Patriots' Victory Day 2026?
- Patriots' Victory Day 2026 falls on May 5, 2026.
- What is Patriots' Victory Day called locally in Ethiopia?
- Patriots' Victory Day is locally known as "የአርበኞች ቀን" in Ethiopia.