Holidays and Observances in Eritrea in 2023
Following is a list of holidays and observances in Eritrea for 2023, providing a concise overview of the country's key celebrations. It showcases Eritrea's rich cultural heritage and the unique blend of traditional and modern festivities throughout the year.
| Holiday | Date | Day | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | January 01 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Orthodox Christmas Day | January 07 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Orthodox Epiphany | January 19 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Women's Day | March 08 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Orthodox Good Friday | April 14 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Orthodox Easter Day | April 16 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Eid al-Fitr | April 21 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Workers Day | May 01 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Independence Day | May 24 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Martyrs' Day | June 20 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Eid al Adha | June 29 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Start of the Armed Struggle / Revolution Day | September 01 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Kudus Yohannes (Geez New Year) | September 11 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| The Prophet's Birthday (Mawlid) | September 27 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Meskel | September 27 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Monday | Public Holiday |
Holidays by Year
Previous Year: 2023