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14 public holidays observed in Egypt during 2026. 2 school breaks shape travel demand. 9 long weekend opportunities.

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Long weekends

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January 2026

  1. Jan7

    Coptic Christmas Day

    Wednesday

  2. Jan25

    Revolution Day January 25

    Sunday · Weekend

March 2026

  1. Mar21

    Eid al-Fitr

    Saturday · Weekend

April 2026

  1. Apr6

    Spring Festival

    Monday

  2. Apr13

    Spring Festival

    Monday

  3. Apr25

    Sinai Liberation Day

    Saturday · Weekend

May 2026

  1. May1
    Labour Day

    Friday

  2. May26

    Day of Arafat

    Tuesday

  3. May27

    Eid al-Adha

    Wednesday

June 2026

  1. Jun16

    Islamic New Year

    Tuesday

  2. Jun30

    June 30 Revolution

    Tuesday

July 2026

  1. Jul23

    Revolution Day July 23

    Thursday

August 2026

  1. Aug25

    Prophet's Birthday

    Tuesday

October 2026

  1. Oct6

    Armed Forces Day

    Tuesday

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Long weekend opportunities

Smart windows to maximize your time off.

Spring Festival

Apr 4 – 6

3days off
Sat4·
Sun5·
Mon6★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Spring Festival

Apr 11 – 13

3days off
Sat11·
Sun12·
Mon13★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Labour Day

May 1 – 3

3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Day of Arafat

May 23 – 27

5days off
Sat23·
Sun24·
Mon25↓ off
Tue26★
Wed27★

Take 1 day off → 5-day weekend

Islamic New Year

Jun 13 – 16

4days off
Sat13·
Sun14·
Mon15↓ off
Tue16★

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

June 30 Revolution

Jun 27 – 30

4days off
Sat27·
Sun28·
Mon29↓ off
Tue30★

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Revolution Day July 23

Jul 23 – 26

4days off
Thu23★
Fri24↓ off
Sat25·
Sun26·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Prophet's Birthday

Aug 22 – 25

4days off
Sat22·
Sun23·
Mon24↓ off
Tue25★

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Armed Forces Day

Oct 3 – 6

4days off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Mon5↓ off
Tue6★

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

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School holidays 2026

When schools are closed — peak travel demand from families.

Jan24

Mid-Year Break

Jan 24 – Feb 5 · 13 days

Jun12

Summer Holidays

Jun 12 – Sep 19 · 100 days

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Important public holiday information · Egypt

General information

  • •Islamic holidays (Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, Day of Arafat, Islamic New Year, Prophet's Birthday) are based on the lunar Hijri calendar. Dates shown are estimates and may shift by 1–2 days based on official moon sighting announcements by Dar al-Ifta al-Misriyyah.

Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in Egypt in 2026?
Egypt observes 14 public holidays in 2026, including Coptic Christmas Day (January 7, 2026), Revolution Day January 25 (January 25, 2026), Eid al-Fitr (March 21, 2026), Spring Festival (April 6, 2026), Spring Festival (April 13, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Egypt have in 2026?
Egypt observes 14 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is Coptic Christmas Day in Egypt 2026?
Coptic Christmas Day in Egypt falls on January 7, 2026.
When is Revolution Day January 25 in Egypt 2026?
Revolution Day January 25 in Egypt falls on January 25, 2026.
When is Eid al-Fitr in Egypt 2026?
Eid al-Fitr in Egypt falls on March 21, 2026.
When is Spring Festival in Egypt 2026?
Spring Festival in Egypt falls on April 6, 2026.
When is Sinai Liberation Day in Egypt 2026?
Sinai Liberation Day in Egypt falls on April 25, 2026.
When is Labour Day in Egypt 2026?
Labour Day in Egypt falls on May 1, 2026.
When is Day of Arafat in Egypt 2026?
Day of Arafat in Egypt falls on May 26, 2026.
When is Eid al-Adha in Egypt 2026?
Eid al-Adha in Egypt falls on May 27, 2026.
When is Islamic New Year in Egypt 2026?
Islamic New Year in Egypt falls on June 16, 2026.
When is June 30 Revolution in Egypt 2026?
June 30 Revolution in Egypt falls on June 30, 2026.
When is Revolution Day July 23 in Egypt 2026?
Revolution Day July 23 in Egypt falls on July 23, 2026.
When is Prophet's Birthday in Egypt 2026?
Prophet's Birthday in Egypt falls on August 25, 2026.
When is Armed Forces Day in Egypt 2026?
Armed Forces Day in Egypt falls on October 6, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Egypt?
Most public holidays in Egypt are observed only on the exact date. Some countries grant a substitute weekday off when a holiday lands on a Saturday or Sunday — check the notes for each holiday above.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Egypt?
Yes — most banks, public administration offices, and the stock exchange close on national public holidays. Some retail and tourism businesses stay open.
What is a "bridge day"?
A bridge day is a regular working day that falls between a public holiday and a weekend (e.g. a Friday after a Thursday holiday). Many people take this day off to extend the long weekend without using extra vacation.
Are these dates official for Egypt?
Dates are sourced from official government publications and the relevant ministries. Always confirm regional and local observances closer to your travel date — especially for substitute holidays and bank-only days.
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