Quick Facts
🇪🇹Ethiopia
19–20 January 2026
Ethiopia's most colorful festival celebrating Jesus' baptism in the Jordan River. Two-day celebration with processions…
Timkat (Epiphany) 2026
19–20 January 2026🇪🇹 EthiopiaPublic Holiday
About Timkat (Epiphany)
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.
Key Details
Date
19–20 January 2026
Type
Public Holiday
Gazetted
Yes
Business Impact
High
Country
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
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Plan Your Time Off
Long weekends near this holiday — maximize your days off.
ጥምቀት
17–19 January 2026
3 days off
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Timkat (Epiphany) 2026?
- Timkat (Epiphany) 2026 is January 19, 2026 to January 20, 2026 in Ethiopia.
- 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.
- How many days is Timkat (Epiphany) 2026?
- Timkat (Epiphany) 2026 lasts 2 day(s), from January 19, 2026 to January 20, 2026.