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Many employees and workers have started searching for the dates and duration of the Eid al-Adha 2026 holiday, especially after the official announcement confirming the sighting of the Dhu al-Hijjah crescent. The Eid holiday is one of the most anticipated periods for citizens each year, whether for travel or spending more time with family.
The Egyptian Dar al-Ifta announced that Monday, May 18, 2026, will mark the first day of the month of Dhu al-Hijjah for the Hijri year 1447. Consequently, Tuesday, May 26, will be Arafat Day, and Wednesday, May 27, will be the first day of the blessed Eid al-Adha.
5 Consecutive Days of Holiday
According to the official holiday calendar, employees in both the government and private sectors will receive an extended holiday period, starting from Tuesday, May 26, and lasting until Saturday, May 30, 2026, making the total holiday duration five full days.
The holiday days are as follows:
- Tuesday, May 26: Arafat Day
- Wednesday, May 27: First day of Eid al-Adha
- Thursday, May 28: Second day of Eid
- Friday, May 29: Third day of Eid
- Saturday, May 30: Fourth day of Eid
This holiday is considered one of the longest official breaks during the year, especially as some of its days coincide with the weekend, offering many an opportunity to rest or travel to spend Eid outside their home governorates.
Early Preparations for Eid
As Eid al-Adha approaches, Egyptian families typically begin arranging travel plans and family visits. Concurrently, coastal cities and resorts witness a significant increase in visitors during this period, aligning with the summer vacation season.
Market activity also picks up, with people purchasing Eid necessities and sacrificial animals. Additionally, hotels and tourist villages experience higher occupancy rates.
Remaining Official Holidays in 2026
Following the Eid al-Adha holiday, the list of remaining official holidays for 2026 includes several religious and national occasions, most notably:
- Wednesday, June 17: Islamic New Year
- Tuesday, June 30: Anniversary of the June 30th Revolution
- Thursday, July 23: Revolution Day (July 23rd)
- Wednesday, August 26: Prophet’s Birthday (Mawlid al-Nabi)
- Tuesday, October 6: Armed Forces Day
18 Official Holiday Days Throughout the Year
According to the official government-issued calendar, the total number of paid official holidays in Egypt during 2026 will be approximately 18 days. These holidays are granted to employees in both public and private sectors, as well as school and university students, in addition to their regular weekly days off.
