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Algeria Public Holidays 2026

Q: What is the next public holiday in Algeria?

The next public holiday in Algeria is Eid al-Adha on May 27, 2026.

Q: Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Algeria?

Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Algeria in 2026.

Official national and public holidays for Algeria in 2026.

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Next Holiday

Eid al-Adha

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Year

2026

Upcoming Holiday

Eid al-Adha

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

In 6 days

Date	Local Name	English Name	Type
Jan 1, 2026 Thursday	Nouvel An	New Year's Day	Public
Jan 12, 2026 Monday	Yennayer	Yennayer	Public
Mar 20, 2026 Friday	Aïd el-Fitr	Eid al-Fitr	Public
Mar 21, 2026 Saturday	Aïd el-Fitr Holiday	Eid al-Fitr Holiday	Public
May 1, 2026 Friday	Fête du Travail	Labour Day	Public
May 27, 2026 Wednesday	Aïd el-Adha	Eid al-Adha	Public
May 28, 2026 Thursday	Aïd el-Adha Holiday	Eid al-Adha Holiday	Public
Jul 5, 2026 Sunday	Fête de l'Indépendance	Independence Day	Public
Jul 26, 2026 Sunday	Nouvel An Hégirien	Islamic New Year	Public
Aug 26, 2026 Wednesday	Achoura	Day of Ashura	Public
Oct 19, 2026 Monday	Fête de la Révolution	Revolution Day	Public
Oct 28, 2026 Wednesday	Mawlid	Prophet's Birthday	Public

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Algeria have in 2026?

Algeria has 12 public holidays in 2026.

What is the next public holiday in Algeria?

The next public holiday in Algeria is Eid al-Adha on May 27, 2026.

Are banks closed on public holidays in Algeria?

Yes, banks and government offices are typically closed on national public holidays in Algeria. ATMs remain accessible.

Do shops open on public holidays in Algeria?

This varies. In major cities, shops may remain open on some holidays, while smaller towns and rural areas often close on national public holidays in Algeria.

Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Algeria?

Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Algeria in 2026.

Are public holidays paid days off in Algeria?

In Algeria, national public holidays are generally considered paid days off for employees. Specific rules may vary by employment contract and sector.

Are there long weekends in Algeria in 2026?

Long weekends occur when a public holiday falls on a Friday or Monday. Check the holiday calendar above to identify these dates in Algeria for 2026.

Do public holidays in Algeria affect travel and transport?

Yes. On major public holidays in Algeria, public transport may run on reduced schedules and many businesses may be closed or operate reduced hours.