Public Holidays in Egypt
Complete calendar of Egyptian national holidays and observances for 2026
12
Total Holidays
2
National
10
Public
0
Observances
National Day of Egypt
Revolution Day (Police Day)
January 25
2026 Holiday Calendar
1 January (2 holidays)
January
7
7
Coptic Christmas Day
January
25
25
Revolution Day (Police Day)
4 April (1 holiday)
April
25
25
Sinai Liberation Day
5 May (1 holiday)
May
1
1
Labour Day
6 June (1 holiday)
June
30
30
June 30 Revolution Day
7 July (1 holiday)
July
23
23
Revolution Day
10 October (1 holiday)
October
6
6
Armed Forces Day
Variable Date Holidays (5 holidays)
These holidays follow lunar, religious, or other variable calendars and the exact date changes each year.
Varies
Coptic Easter (Sham el-Nessim)
Varies
Eid al-Fitr
Varies
Eid al-Adha
Varies
Islamic New Year
Varies
Prophet's Birthday (Mawlid)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays does Egypt have?
Egypt has 12 public holidays and observances, including 2 national holidays and 10 public holidays.
What is the national day of Egypt?
The national day of Egypt is Revolution Day (Police Day), celebrated on January 25.
Does Egypt celebrate Christmas?
Egypt does not officially observe Christmas as a public holiday.