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12 public holidays observed in Tunisia during 2026. 6 school breaks shape travel demand. 10 long weekend opportunities.

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Long weekends

10

School breaks

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January 2026

  1. Jan1
    New Year's Day

    Thursday

March 2026

  1. Mar20

    Independence Day

    Friday

  2. Mar21

    Eid al-Fitr

    Saturday · Weekend

April 2026

  1. Apr9

    Martyrs Day

    Thursday

May 2026

  1. May1
    Labour Day

    Friday

  2. May26

    Eid al-Adha

    Tuesday

June 2026

  1. Jun15

    Islamic New Year

    Monday

July 2026

  1. Jul25

    Republic Day

    Saturday · Weekend

August 2026

  1. Aug13

    Women's Day

    Thursday

  2. Aug24

    Prophet's Birthday

    Monday

October 2026

  1. Oct15

    Evacuation Day

    Thursday

December 2026

  1. Dec17

    Revolution and Youth Day

    Thursday

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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

Independence Day

Mar 20 – 22

3days off
Fri20★
Sat21★
Sun22·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Martyrs Day

Apr 9 – 12

4days off
Thu9★
Fri10↓ off
Sat11·
Sun12·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Labour Day

May 1 – 3

3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Eid al-Adha

May 23 – 26

4days off
Sat23·
Sun24·
Mon25↓ off
Tue26★

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Islamic New Year

Jun 13 – 15

3days off
Sat13·
Sun14·
Mon15★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Women's Day

Aug 13 – 16

4days off
Thu13★
Fri14↓ off
Sat15·
Sun16·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Prophet's Birthday

Aug 22 – 24

3days off
Sat22·
Sun23·
Mon24★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Evacuation Day

Oct 15 – 18

4days off
Thu15★
Fri16↓ off
Sat17·
Sun18·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Revolution and Youth Day

Dec 17 – 20

4days off
Thu17★
Fri18↓ off
Sat19·
Sun20·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

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School holidays 2026

When schools are closed — peak travel demand from families.

Dec22

Winter Holidays

Dec 22 – Jan 4 · 14 days

Feb2–8

Mid-term Break

Feb 2–8 · 7 days

Mar16–29

Spring Holidays

Mar 16–29 · 14 days

Jul1

Summer Holidays

Jul 1 – Aug 31 · 62 days

Oct26

Autumn Break

Oct 26 – Nov 1 · 7 days

Dec21

Winter Holidays

Dec 21 – Jan 3 · 14 days

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Important public holiday information · Tunisia

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 by the Mufti of the Republic.

Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in Tunisia in 2026?
Tunisia observes 12 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), Independence Day (March 20, 2026), Eid al-Fitr (March 21, 2026), Martyrs Day (April 9, 2026), Labour Day (May 1, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Tunisia have in 2026?
Tunisia observes 12 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is New Year's Day in Tunisia 2026?
New Year's Day in Tunisia falls on January 1, 2026.
When is Independence Day in Tunisia 2026?
Independence Day in Tunisia falls on March 20, 2026.
When is Eid al-Fitr in Tunisia 2026?
Eid al-Fitr in Tunisia falls on March 21, 2026.
When is Martyrs Day in Tunisia 2026?
Martyrs Day in Tunisia falls on April 9, 2026.
When is Labour Day in Tunisia 2026?
Labour Day in Tunisia falls on May 1, 2026.
When is Eid al-Adha in Tunisia 2026?
Eid al-Adha in Tunisia falls on May 26, 2026.
When is Islamic New Year in Tunisia 2026?
Islamic New Year in Tunisia falls on June 15, 2026.
When is Republic Day in Tunisia 2026?
Republic Day in Tunisia falls on July 25, 2026.
When is Women's Day in Tunisia 2026?
Women's Day in Tunisia falls on August 13, 2026.
When is Prophet's Birthday in Tunisia 2026?
Prophet's Birthday in Tunisia falls on August 24, 2026.
When is Evacuation Day in Tunisia 2026?
Evacuation Day in Tunisia falls on October 15, 2026.
When is Revolution and Youth Day in Tunisia 2026?
Revolution and Youth Day in Tunisia falls on December 17, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Tunisia?
Most public holidays in Tunisia 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 Tunisia?
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 Tunisia?
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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