This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Eritrea in 2028. 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 2028, Saturday  | 
      National | 
| Orthodox Christmas Day | Eritrea  January 7 2028, Friday  | 
      National | 
| Timket | Eritrea  January 20 2028, Thursday  | 
      National | 
| Eid al-Fitr | Eritrea  February 27 2028, Sunday  | 
      National | 
| Women's Day | Eritrea  March 8 2028, Wednesday  | 
      National | 
| March Equinox | Eritrea  March 20 2028, Monday  | 
      Seasonal | 
| Good Friday | Eritrea  April 14 2028, Friday  | 
      National | 
| Easter Sunday | Eritrea  April 16 2028, Sunday  | 
      National | 
| International Workers' Day | Eritrea  May 1 2028, Monday  | 
      National | 
| Eid al-Adha | Eritrea  May 5 2028, Friday  | 
      National | 
| Independence Day | Eritrea  May 24 2028, Wednesday  | 
      National | 
| Martyrs' Day | Eritrea  June 20 2028, Tuesday  | 
      National | 
| June Solstice | Eritrea  June 20 2028, Tuesday  | 
      Seasonal | 
| The Prophet's Birthday | Eritrea  August 3 2028, Thursday  | 
      National | 
| Commencement Day of Eritrean Armed Struggle | Eritrea  September 1 2028, Friday  | 
      National | 
| September Equinox | Eritrea  September 22 2028, Friday  | 
      Seasonal | 
| Meskel | Eritrea  September 27 2028, Wednesday  | 
      National | 
| December Solstice | Eritrea  December 21 2028, Thursday  | 
      Seasonal | 
| Christmas Day | Eritrea  December 25 2028, Monday  | 
      National |