Egypt Holidays, Observances & Calendar 2026

Find the complete list of public holidays, observances, and the full monthly Calendar for Egypt in 2026. Discover official national holidays, important cultural dates, and plan your year with this country-specific holiday guide.

Total Holidays 31
Public Holidays 20
Observances 11
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Calendar 2026
Holidays 2026
January 2026
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February 2026
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March 2026
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April 2026
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May 2026
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31
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6
June 2026
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23
31
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24
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25
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July 2026
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29
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August 2026
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31
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32
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33
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10
11
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34
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35
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September 2026
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36
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37
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38
13
14
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39
20
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40
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1
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October 2026
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40
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41
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9
10
42
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12
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43
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44
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31
November 2026
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45
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47
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48
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49
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5
December 2026
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49
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50
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51
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Holidays & Observances in Egypt in 2026

Coptic Christmas Day
National Holiday
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
126 days ago
Revolution Day January 25
National Holiday
Sunday, January 25, 2026
108 days ago
Day off for Revolution Day January 25
National Holiday
Thursday, January 29, 2026
104 days ago
Ramadan Start (Tentative Date)
Observance
Thursday, February 19, 2026
83 days ago
March Equinox
Season
Friday, March 20, 2026
54 days ago
Eid el Fitr (Tentative Date)
National Holiday
Saturday, March 21, 2026
53 days ago
Eid el Fitr Holiday (Tentative Date)
National Holiday
Sunday, March 22, 2026
52 days ago
Eid el Fitr Holiday (Tentative Date)
National Holiday
Monday, March 23, 2026
51 days ago
Coptic Good Friday
Observance
Friday, April 10, 2026
33 days ago
Coptic Holy Saturday
Observance
Saturday, April 11, 2026
32 days ago
Coptic Easter Sunday
Observance
Sunday, April 12, 2026
31 days ago
Spring Festival
National Holiday
Monday, April 13, 2026
30 days ago
Sinai Liberation Day
National Holiday
Saturday, April 25, 2026
18 days ago
Labor Day
National Holiday
Friday, May 1, 2026
12 days ago
Arafat Day (Tentative Date)
National Holiday
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
13 days left
Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date)
National Holiday
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
14 days left
Eid al-Adha Holiday (Tentative Date)
National Holiday
Thursday, May 28, 2026
15 days left
Eid al-Adha Holiday (Tentative Date)
National Holiday
Friday, May 29, 2026
16 days left
Muharram (Tentative Date)
National Holiday
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
35 days left
June Solstice
Season
Sunday, June 21, 2026
39 days left
Ashura (Tentative Date)
Observance
Friday, June 26, 2026
44 days left
June 30 Revolution
National Holiday
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
48 days left
Day off for June 30 Revolution
National Holiday
Thursday, July 2, 2026
50 days left
Revolution Day July 23
National Holiday
Thursday, July 23, 2026
71 days left
Flooding of the Nile
Observance
Saturday, August 15, 2026
94 days left
Prophet Mohamed's Birthday (Tentative Date)
National Holiday
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
105 days left
Nayrouz
Observance
Friday, September 11, 2026
121 days left
September Equinox
Season
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
133 days left
Armed Forces Day
National Holiday
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
146 days left
Day off for Armed Forces Day
National Holiday
Thursday, October 8, 2026
148 days left
December Solstice
Season
Monday, December 21, 2026
222 days left

Egypt Holidays 2026 - FAQs

1. How many public holidays are there in Egypt in 2026?
➥ Egypt has several official public holidays in 2026, including national holidays and other important observances listed on this page. The exact number may vary depending on regional and optional holidays.
2. What are the national holidays in Egypt in 2026?
➥ National holidays in Egypt include officially recognized days observed across the country, such as New Year’s Day, Independence Day, and Christmas. A full list is available in the holiday table above.
3. Are Carnival days public holidays in Egypt?
➥ Carnival days in Egypt are widely celebrated, but their status as official public holidays can vary by region and employer. This calendar highlights nationally recognized holidays and major observances for 2026.
4. Do holidays in Egypt change every year?
➥ Some holidays in Egypt fall on fixed dates each year, while others are movable and depend on religious or cultural calendars. This page reflects the dates specific to 2026.
5. Is this holiday calendar updated from official sources?
➥ The holiday information on this page is compiled from official government publications and widely accepted public records to ensure accuracy for planning and reference purposes.

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