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🇲🇲🇸🇾 Martyrs' Day 2026

July 19, 20262 countriesPublic Holiday

About Martyrs' Day

Commemorates the assassination of General Aung San and other leaders in 1947. Day of national mourning.

Key Details

Date
July 19, 2026
Type
National Day
Gazetted
Yes
Business Impact
High
Countries
2 countries
Related Observances
2 events

Martyrs' Day Across the Region

CountryLocal NameDateStatus
🇲🇲 Myanmarအာဇာနည်နေ့Jul 19Gazetted
🇸🇾 Syriaيوم الشهداءMay 6Gazetted

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Martyrs' Day 2026?
Martyrs' Day 2026 is July 19, 2026 in Myanmar.
Is Martyrs' Day a public holiday in Myanmar?
Yes, Martyrs' Day is an official public holiday in Myanmar. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.