Below you'll find 2016's official holidays for Ethiopia. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.
Ethiopia Public Holidays 2016
Ethiopia
There are 13 public holidays in Ethiopia 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2016-01-07 | Thu | Christmas Day |
| 2016-01-19 | Tue | Epiphany |
| 2016-03-02 | Wed | Victory at Adwa Day |
| 2016-03-28 | Mon | Day of Lament |
| 2016-04-29 | Fri | Good Friday |
| 2016-05-01 | Sun | Easter Sunday |
| 2016-05-28 | Sat | Derg Downfall Day |
| 2016-06-06 | Mon | First day of Ramadan |
| 2016-07-06 | Wed | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) |
| 2016-09-11 | Sun | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) |
| 2016-09-12 | Mon | New Year's Day |
| 2016-09-28 | Wed | Finding of the True Cross |
| 2016-12-11 | Sun | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) |
Experience Ethiopia's Rich Culture Through its Public Holidays
Ethiopia's public holidays reflect its unique history and traditions. This guide highlights key celebrations that showcase Ethiopian culture.
Ethiopia Public Holidays 2016
New Year's Day (Enkutatash) - September 11, 2016
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