Timkat (Epiphany)
ጥምቀት
Details
- Country
Ethiopia- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- January 2026
- Long Weekends
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Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Offices Closed
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
- Planning Lead Time
- Start 2 months before
Notes
Ethiopia's most colorful festival celebrating Jesus' baptism in the Jordan River. Two-day celebration with processions of Tabot (Ark replicas), holy water blessings, and mass gatherings.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Timkat (Epiphany) a public holiday in Ethiopia?
- Yes, Timkat (Epiphany) is an official public holiday in Ethiopia. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Timkat (Epiphany) 2026?
- Timkat (Epiphany) 2026 falls on January 19, 2026 – January 20, 2026.
- What is Timkat (Epiphany) called locally in Ethiopia?
- Timkat (Epiphany) is locally known as "ጥምቀት" in Ethiopia.
