Public Holidays in Algeria 2026
14 public holiday dates in 2026
Algeria's 2026 national calendar combines fixed civic holidays with Islamic observances. The 2026 Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha holiday periods each span three paid days under current government announcements.
Algeria Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year |
| Jan 12 | Monday | Yennayer (Amazigh New Year) |
| Mar 20 | Friday | Eid al-Fitr Moon |
| Mar 21 | Saturday | Eid al-Fitr Holiday Moon |
| Mar 22 | Sunday | Eid al-Fitr Holiday Moon |
| May 1 | Friday | May Day |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Eid al-Adha Moon |
| May 28 | Thursday | Eid al-Adha Holiday Moon |
| May 29 | Friday | Eid al-Adha Holiday Moon |
| Jun 16 | Tuesday | Muharram Moon |
| Jun 25 | Thursday | Ashura Moon |
| Jul 5 | Sunday | Independence Day |
| Aug 25 | Tuesday | Prophet’s Birthday Moon |
| Nov 1 | Sunday | Anniversary of the Revolution |
Holiday rules can vary by sector or locality. Future religious and officially declared dates should be rechecked before travel, payroll or business planning.
Islamic and National Holidays in Algeria 2026
Holiday Rules in Algeria
Fixed civic holidays use the Gregorian calendar, while Islamic holidays are announced with reference to the Hijri calendar. Future Islamic dates should therefore be treated as provisional until Algerian authorities confirm them.
Algeria Holiday Calendar: What to Know
- Yennayer on 12 January is Algeria’s Amazigh New Year public holiday.
- Independence Day is observed on 5 July and Revolution Day on 1 November.
- Eid al-Fitr is observed over several days.
- Islamic holiday dates can shift with official confirmation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Yennayer a public holiday in Algeria?
Yes. Yennayer, the Amazigh New Year, is a national public holiday on 12 January.
How long is Eid al-Fitr observed?
The national calendar provides a multi-day Eid al-Fitr holiday period.
Can 2027 Islamic dates change?
Yes. They should be treated as tentative until officially confirmed.
Does Algeria use daylight saving time?
No. Algeria uses UTC+1 throughout the year.
Sources & methodology
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Official labour guidance on Algeria's paid statutory holidays.
Reports the joint Labour Ministry and public-service announcement that 27, 28 and 29 May 2026 are paid holidays for Eid al-Adha.