Public Holidays in Egypt 2026
21 listed public holiday dates in 2026
Egypt's 2026 public-holiday calendar combines national anniversaries, Coptic Christian observances and Islamic festivals. The official 2026 schedule also reflects government decisions that shift some commemorations and set multi-day Eid closures.
Egypt Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 7 | Wednesday | Coptic Christmas Day |
| Jan 29 | Thursday | Revolution Day and National Police Day holiday Government |
| Mar 19 | Thursday | Eid al-Fitr holiday Government |
| Mar 20 | Friday | Eid al-Fitr Government |
| Mar 21 | Saturday | Eid al-Fitr holiday Government |
| Mar 22 | Sunday | Eid al-Fitr holiday Government |
| Mar 23 | Monday | Eid al-Fitr holiday Government |
| Apr 13 | Monday | Sham El Nessim |
| Apr 25 | Saturday | Sinai Liberation Day |
| May 7 | Thursday | Labour Day holiday Government |
| May 26 | Tuesday | Arafat Day Government |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Eid al-Adha Government |
| May 28 | Thursday | Eid al-Adha holiday Government |
| May 29 | Friday | Eid al-Adha holiday Government |
| May 30 | Saturday | Eid al-Adha holiday Government |
| May 31 | Sunday | Eid al-Adha holiday Government |
| Jun 18 | Thursday | Islamic New Year holiday Government |
| Jul 2 | Thursday | 30 June Revolution holiday Government |
| Jul 23 | Thursday | Revolution Day |
| Aug 27 | Thursday | Prophet's Birthday Government |
| Oct 6 | Tuesday | Armed Forces Day |
* 2027 Islamic dates and the exact length of Eid closures are provisional. Fixed-date observed days can also be changed by Cabinet decision.
Islamic Festivals and Government Transfer Decisions 2026
For 2026, the government set the Eid al-Fitr holiday from March 19 through March 23 and the Arafat and Eid al-Adha break from May 26 through May 31. Several fixed commemorations were also observed on government-designated dates rather than simply on their anniversary date.
Holiday Rules in Egypt
The 2026 dates shown here follow the Egyptian Presidency and Prime Minister's official holiday decisions. Islamic dates and the length of Eid breaks are confirmed by official announcements, while selected fixed commemorations can be shifted by government decision.
Egypt Holiday Calendar: What to Know
- Coptic Christmas is observed on 7 January.
- Sham El Nessim falls on the Monday after Coptic Easter.
- Eid breaks can span several days.
- Some fixed holidays are shifted by Cabinet decision.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are 2027 Islamic dates marked with an asterisk?
They are lunar-calendar projections and require official Egyptian confirmation.
When is Coptic Christmas?
It is observed on 7 January.
What is Sham El Nessim?
It is an ancient Egyptian spring festival observed on the Monday after Coptic Easter.
Can Egypt move a public holiday?
Yes. The government often shifts selected fixed-date holidays to another weekday for the public sector.
Sources & methodology
View sources used for this page
Official 2026 national holiday schedule.
Independent calendar cross-check used for date, weekday and observed-day review. Government notices and statutory rules take precedence where they differ.
Source hierarchy: government, statutory or institutional material is used as the primary reference where available. Timeanddate is retained only as an independent calendar cross-check. Later official declarations take precedence.