Holidays in Yemen in 2026

This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Yemen in 2026. 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 Yemen.

Holiday name Holiday location / Date Holiday type
Isra and Mi'raj Yemen
January 16 2026, Friday
Observance
Eid al-Fitr holiday Yemen
March 18 2026, Wednesday
National
Eid al-Fitr Eve Yemen
March 19 2026, Thursday
National
Eid al-Fitr Yemen
March 20 2026, Friday
National
March Equinox Yemen
March 20 2026, Friday
Seasonal
Eid al-Fitr holiday Yemen
March 21 2026, Saturday
National
May Day Yemen
May 1 2026, Friday
National
May Day Yemen
May 2 2026, Saturday
National
Eid al-Adha Eve Yemen
May 26 2026, Tuesday
National
Eid al-Adha Yemen
May 27 2026, Wednesday
National
Eid al-Adha holiday Yemen
May 28 2026, Thursday
National
Eid al-Adha holiday Yemen
May 29 2026, Friday
National
Eid al-Adha holiday Yemen
May 30 2026, Saturday
National
Muharram Yemen
June 17 2026, Wednesday
National
June Solstice Yemen
June 21 2026, Sunday
Seasonal
July 7th Anniversary Yemen
July 7 2026, Tuesday
Observance
The Prophet's Birthday Yemen
August 26 2026, Wednesday
Observance
September Equinox Yemen
September 23 2026, Wednesday
Seasonal
December Solstice Yemen
December 21 2026, Monday
Seasonal