Below you'll find 2016's official holidays for Eritrea. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.
Eritrea Public Holidays 2016
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There are 17 public holidays in Eritrea for 2016. There are also bank and optional holidays across the country. Explore calendars for different countries or religions to learn more about their significant dates.
| Date | Day | Holiday name |
|---|---|---|
| 2016-01-01 | Fri | New Year's Day |
| 2016-01-07 | Thu | Orthodox Christmas |
| 2016-01-19 | Tue | Epiphany |
| 2016-02-10 | Wed | Fenkil Day |
| 2016-03-08 | Tue | International Women's Day |
| 2016-04-29 | Fri | Orthodox Good Friday |
| 2016-05-01 | Sun | Labour Day |
| 2016-05-01 | Sun | Orthodox Easter |
| 2016-05-24 | Tue | Independence Day |
| 2016-06-20 | Mon | Martyrs' Day |
| 2016-07-06 | Wed | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) |
| 2016-09-01 | Thu | Revolution Day |
| 2016-09-11 | Sun | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) |
| 2016-09-12 | Mon | Geez New Year |
| 2016-09-28 | Wed | Meskel |
| 2016-12-11 | Sun | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) |
| 2016-12-25 | Sun | Christmas Day |
Experience Eritrea's Rich Culture Through its Public Holidays
Eritrea's public holidays reflect its unique history and traditions. This guide highlights key celebrations that showcase Eritrean culture.
Eritrea Public Holidays 2016
New Year's Day (Enkutatash) - September 11, 2016
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