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15 public holidays observed in Morocco during 2026. 3 school breaks shape travel demand. 8 long weekend opportunities.

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Long weekends

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School breaks

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January 2026

  1. Jan1
    New Year's Day

    Thursday

  2. Jan11

    Independence Manifesto Day

    Sunday · Weekend

  3. Jan14

    Amazigh New Year

    Wednesday

March 2026

  1. Mar20

    Eid al-Fitr

    Friday

May 2026

  1. May1
    Labour Day

    Friday

  2. May27

    Eid al-Adha

    Wednesday

June 2026

  1. Jun17

    Islamic New Year

    Wednesday

July 2026

  1. Jul30

    Throne Day

    Thursday

August 2026

  1. Aug14

    Oued Ed-Dahab Day

    Friday

  2. Aug20

    Revolution Day

    Thursday

  3. Aug21

    Youth Day

    Friday

  4. Aug25

    Prophet's Birthday

    Tuesday

October 2026

  1. Oct31

    Unity Day

    Saturday · Weekend

November 2026

  1. Nov6

    Green March Day

    Friday

  2. Nov18

    Independence Day

    Wednesday

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Long weekend opportunities

Smart windows to maximize your time off.

New Year's Day

Jan 1 – 4

4days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Eid al-Fitr

Mar 20 – 22

3days off
Fri20★
Sat21·
Sun22·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Labour Day

May 1 – 3

3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Throne Day

Jul 30 – Aug 2

4days off
Thu30★
Fri31↓ off
Sat1·
Sun2·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Oued Ed-Dahab Day

Aug 14 – 16

3days off
Fri14★
Sat15·
Sun16·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Revolution Day

Aug 20 – 23

4days off
Thu20★
Fri21★
Sat22·
Sun23·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Revolution Day

Aug 20 – 25

6days off
Thu20★
Fri21★
Sat22·
Sun23·
Mon24↓ off
Tue25★

Take 1 day off → 6-day weekend

Green March Day

Nov 6 – 8

3days off
Fri6★
Sat7·
Sun8·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

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Plan your next long weekend

Choose a domestic or international Beevago pick for each upcoming break.

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School holidays 2026

When schools are closed — peak travel demand from families.

Jan25

Semester Break

Jan 25 – Feb 1 · 8 days

Mar15–22

Spring Break

Mar 15–22 · 8 days

May3–10

May Break

May 3–10 · 8 days

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Important public holiday information · Morocco

General information

  • •Islamic holidays (Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, Islamic New Year, Prophet's Birthday) are based on the lunar Hijri calendar. Dates are estimates and may vary by 1-2 days based on official moon sighting announcements.

Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in Morocco in 2026?
Morocco observes 15 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), Independence Manifesto Day (January 11, 2026), Amazigh New Year (January 14, 2026), Eid al-Fitr (March 20, 2026), Labour Day (May 1, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Morocco have in 2026?
Morocco observes 15 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is New Year's Day in Morocco 2026?
New Year's Day in Morocco falls on January 1, 2026.
When is Independence Manifesto Day in Morocco 2026?
Independence Manifesto Day in Morocco falls on January 11, 2026.
When is Amazigh New Year in Morocco 2026?
Amazigh New Year in Morocco falls on January 14, 2026.
When is Eid al-Fitr in Morocco 2026?
Eid al-Fitr in Morocco falls on March 20, 2026.
When is Labour Day in Morocco 2026?
Labour Day in Morocco falls on May 1, 2026.
When is Eid al-Adha in Morocco 2026?
Eid al-Adha in Morocco falls on May 27, 2026.
When is Islamic New Year in Morocco 2026?
Islamic New Year in Morocco falls on June 17, 2026.
When is Throne Day in Morocco 2026?
Throne Day in Morocco falls on July 30, 2026.
When is Oued Ed-Dahab Day in Morocco 2026?
Oued Ed-Dahab Day in Morocco falls on August 14, 2026.
When is Revolution Day in Morocco 2026?
Revolution Day in Morocco falls on August 20, 2026.
When is Youth Day in Morocco 2026?
Youth Day in Morocco falls on August 21, 2026.
When is Prophet's Birthday in Morocco 2026?
Prophet's Birthday in Morocco falls on August 25, 2026.
When is Unity Day in Morocco 2026?
Unity Day in Morocco falls on October 31, 2026.
When is Green March Day in Morocco 2026?
Green March Day in Morocco falls on November 6, 2026.
When is Independence Day in Morocco 2026?
Independence Day in Morocco falls on November 18, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Morocco?
Most public holidays in Morocco 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 Morocco?
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 Morocco?
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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