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Public in Libya
February 17 Revolution Day in Libya
Commemoration of the 2011 Libyan Revolution
Quick Facts
Holiday Type
Classification in Libya
Public
Established
Officially instituted in Libya
2011
About February 17 Revolution Day
Commemoration of the 2011 Libyan Revolution
Commemorates the start of the revolution that led to the overthrow of Muammar Gaddafi.
Marks the start of the Libyan Revolution that led to the overthrow of the Gaddafi regime
Practical Information in Libya
Banks
Banks are closed
🏦 ClosedSchools
Educational institutions are closed
🏫 ClosedGovernment Offices
Government services unavailable
🏛️ ClosedHistorical Significance in Libya
Started on February 17, 2011, the revolution was a response to Gaddafi's oppressive 42-year rule.
Calendar Details
Calendar Systems
gregorian
Types of Celebration
national
Traditional national celebrations
historical
Traditional historical celebrations
Historical Timeline
2011
Instituted in Libya
🇱🇾Holiday officially established in Libya
📅 Established2026
Last observed in Libya
🇱🇾Final celebration recorded in Libya
⏰ Last ObservedCurrent Status in Libya
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Libya
Last observed: 2026
Public Holiday
Date: February 17, 2024