Holidays in Eritrea in 2027

This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Eritrea in 2027. Public holidays are special days that everyone gets off work, while observances are traditional celebrations and events that are popular in a particular country without a day-off work status. Some dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check this page in advance before visiting Eritrea.

Holiday name Holiday location / Date Holiday type
New Year Eritrea
January 1 2027, Friday
National
Orthodox Christmas Day Eritrea
January 7 2027, Thursday
National
Timket Eritrea
January 19 2027, Tuesday
National
Women's Day Eritrea
March 8 2027, Monday
National
Eid al-Fitr Eritrea
March 10 2027, Wednesday
National
March Equinox Eritrea
March 20 2027, Saturday
Seasonal
Good Friday Eritrea
March 26 2027, Friday
National
Easter Sunday Eritrea
March 28 2027, Sunday
National
International Workers' Day Eritrea
May 1 2027, Saturday
National
Eid al-Adha Eritrea
May 17 2027, Monday
National
Independence Day Eritrea
May 24 2027, Monday
National
Martyrs' Day Eritrea
June 20 2027, Sunday
National
June Solstice Eritrea
June 21 2027, Monday
Seasonal
The Prophet's Birthday Eritrea
August 15 2027, Sunday
National
Commencement Day of Eritrean Armed Struggle Eritrea
September 1 2027, Wednesday
National
September Equinox Eritrea
September 23 2027, Thursday
Seasonal
Meskel Eritrea
September 27 2027, Monday
National
December Solstice Eritrea
December 22 2027, Wednesday
Seasonal
Christmas Day Eritrea
December 25 2027, Saturday
National