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Middle East & North Africa
Public holidays across MENA countries
2026 Holiday Calendar
Middle East & North Africa · Public holidays across MENA countries
June 2026
Holidays in June
- 26FriFixed
Ashura
Afghanistan
- 17WedFixed
Muharram
Algeria
- 26FriFixed
Day of Achura
Algeria
- 16TueVariable
Islamic New Year
Bahrain
- 24WedVariable
Ashura (Tasu'a)
Bahrain
- 25ThuVariable
Ashura
Bahrain
- 18ThuFixed
Muharram
Egypt
- 30TueFixed
June 30 Revolution
Egypt
- 4ThuFixed
Death of Imam Khomeini
Iran
- 5FriFixed
Khordad National Uprising
Iran
- 16TueFixed
Muharram
Jordan
- 16TueVariable
Islamic New Year
Kuwait
- 17WedFixed
Hijra New Year
Morocco
- 18ThuVariable
Islamic New Year
Oman
- 16TueVariable
Islamic New Year
Qatar
- 15MonVariable
Islamic New Year
United Arab Emirates
Upcoming holidays in Middle East & North Africa
All countries in Middle East & North Africa
Afghanistan
16 public holidays in 2026
Algeria
14 public holidays in 2026
Bahrain
15 public holidays in 2026
Egypt
22 public holidays in 2026
Iran
12 public holidays in 2026
Iraq
12 public holidays in 2026
Israel
9 public holidays in 2026
Jordan
16 public holidays in 2026
Kuwait
11 public holidays in 2026
Lebanon
11 public holidays in 2026
Libya
5 public holidays in 2026
Morocco
18 public holidays in 2026
Oman
12 public holidays in 2026
Palestinian Territories
5 public holidays in 2026
Qatar
10 public holidays in 2026
Saudi Arabia
10 public holidays in 2026
Sudan
4 public holidays in 2026
Syria
7 public holidays in 2026
Tunisia
9 public holidays in 2026
United Arab Emirates
14 public holidays in 2026
Yemen
7 public holidays in 2026
About
Middle East & North Africa encompasses 21 countries, each with its own set of national and public holidays. Public holidays vary significantly across the region, reflecting different religious traditions, historical events, and cultural celebrations.
Many countries in Middle East & North Africa observe both internationally recognized holidays — such as New Year's Day and Labour Day — and locally unique commemorative days. Religious holidays are particularly significant and may follow lunar or other non-Gregorian calendars.
FAQ
Middle East & North Africa holiday questions
Why do Eid holidays move in MENA countries?
Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha follow the Islamic lunar calendar and may shift by one or two days depending on official moon-sighting announcements.
Do MENA countries observe the same public holidays?
Many MENA countries share major Islamic holidays, but national days, revolution days, and official holiday lengths differ by country.