Kuwait Public Holidays
Kuwait observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Overview
Kuwait observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Some holidays are observed nationwide, while others may apply only to specific regions or communities.
Explore the holiday calendar for Kuwait by year below.
2026 holidays
A quick look at upcoming holidays in Kuwait.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| Jan 16 | Friday | Isra and Miraj |
| Feb 18 | Wednesday | Ramadan Start |
| Feb 25 | Wednesday | National Day |
| Feb 26 | Thursday | Liberation Day |
| Mar 20 | Friday | Eid al-Fitr |
| Mar 20 | Friday | March Equinox |
| Mar 21 | Saturday | Eid al-Fitr holiday |
| Mar 22 | Sunday | Eid al-Fitr holiday |
| May 26 | Tuesday | Waqfat Arafat Day |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Eid al-Adha |
| May 28 | Thursday | Eid al-Adha holiday |
| May 29 | Friday | Eid al-Adha holiday |
| Jun 16 | Tuesday | Islamic New Year |
| Jun 21 | Sunday | June Solstice |
Holiday calendar by year
Years are listed in ascending order.