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2026 Egypt Holidays

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

Total Holidays

7

Holidays in 2026

Busiest Month

January

2 holidays

This Month

0

Holidays this month

Next Holiday

June 30 Revolution

6 days away

About Egypt holidays in 2026

In 2026, Egypt observes a series of national holidays that commemorate significant historical events and religious observances. The year begins with Orthodox Christmas Day in January, followed by Revolution Day 2011. Later in the spring, Sinai Liberation Day and Labour Day are observed. The summer months bring two more Revolution Days, celebrating pivotal moments in recent Egyptian history. The year concludes with Armed Forces Day in October, marking a significant national commemoration.

Holiday Distribution by Month

Holiday dates

DateDayHoliday Name
January 7, 2026WednesdayChristmas Day (Orthodox)
January 25, 2026SundayRevolution Day 2011 / National Police Day
April 25, 2026SaturdaySinai Liberation Day
May 1, 2026FridayLabour Day
July 2, 2026ThursdayJune 30 Revolution
July 23, 2026ThursdayRevolution Day
October 6, 2026TuesdayArmed Forces Day

Planning around Egypt holidays in 2026

  • Several holidays are tied to specific historical events, so their observance is fixed.
  • The calendar includes both religious and secular observances.
  • Check the selected year for the exact dates of holidays that may shift annually.
  • Note that some holidays fall on weekdays, while others may occur on weekends.

Holiday patterns in 2026

Egypt's holiday calendar in 2026 shows a distinct concentration in the first half of the year, with January featuring two significant observances. Following this initial cluster, the holidays become more spaced out, with single holidays appearing in April, May, and October.

The latter half of the year, particularly from June through December, is notably quieter, with only one holiday observed in October. This pattern suggests a more active period for national commemorations in the earlier months, with fewer widespread observances as the year progresses.

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