Ethiopia Public Holidays 2026
Official calendar of holidays and observances
Quick Facts
Official Holiday Calendar
Ethiopian Christmas (Genna)
Ethiopian Orthodox Christmas celebration
Timkat
Ethiopian Orthodox Epiphany celebration
Victory of Adwa Day
Commemoration of victory over Italian forces
Ethiopian Good Friday (Siklet)
Commemoration of the crucifixion of Jesus
Ethiopian Easter (Fasika)
Celebration of the resurrection of Jesus
Patriots Victory Day
Commemoration of resistance against Italian occupation
Derg Downfall Day
Celebration of the end of the Derg regime
Eid al-Adha
Festival of Sacrifice
Ethiopian New Year
Ethiopian New Year celebration
Mawlid
Prophet Muhammad's Birthday
Meskel
Finding of the True Cross festival
Discover Ethiopia's Rich Holiday Heritage
Your guide to African celebrations — from ancient traditions to modern observances.
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