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2026 Djibouti Holidays

View all public holidays and observances in Djibouti for 2026, including national holidays, bank closures, and major cultural dates.

Total Holidays

17

Holidays in 2026

Busiest Month

May

4 holidays

This Month

4

Holidays this month

Next Holiday

Independence Day

1 day away

About Djibouti holidays in 2026

In 2026, Djibouti observes a variety of public holidays, blending national celebrations with significant religious observances. The year begins with the secular New Year's Day, followed by Islamic holidays such as Isra and Miraj, and the start of Ramadan. The spring months bring Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, alongside International Labor Day. Independence Day is celebrated in late June. The latter half of the year includes Muharram, Milad un Nabi, and the solstices and equinoxes, which are also recognized.

Holiday Distribution by Month

Holiday dates

DateDayHoliday Name
January 1, 2026ThursdayNew Year
January 16, 2026FridayIsra and Miraj
February 18, 2026WednesdayRamadan Start
March 20, 2026FridayEid al-Fitr
March 20, 2026FridayMarch Equinox
March 21, 2026SaturdayEid al-Fitr Holiday
May 1, 2026FridayLabor Day
May 26, 2026TuesdayArafat Day
May 27, 2026WednesdayEid al-Adha
May 28, 2026ThursdayEid al-Adha Holiday
June 17, 2026WednesdayMuharram
June 21, 2026SundayJune Solstice
June 27, 2026SaturdayIndependence Day
June 28, 2026SundayIndependence Day Holiday
August 26, 2026WednesdayMilad un Nabi
September 23, 2026WednesdaySeptember Equinox
December 21, 2026MondayDecember Solstice

Planning around Djibouti holidays in 2026

  • Many holidays are tied to the Islamic lunar calendar, so their dates shift annually.
  • Several holidays have associated "holiday" days, extending observances.
  • Check the selected year for precise dates, as Islamic holidays can vary slightly.
  • The year includes several astronomical events that are also recognized as holidays.

Holiday patterns in 2026

Djibouti's holiday calendar in 2026 shows a notable concentration of observances in the spring months of March, May, and June. This period features several major Islamic festivals, including Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, as well as national celebrations like Independence Day.

The year begins and ends with fewer holidays, with January and December each having only a couple of observances. The middle of the year, particularly July and October, remains relatively quiet in terms of public holidays, with most activity clustered around the spring and early summer.

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