Holiday Calendar
Morocco Public Holidays 2026
Official national and public holidays for Morocco in 2026.
Morocco is a country that overwhelms the senses in the most magnificent way — a place where the call to prayer echoes off ancient medina walls, the smell of cumin and coriander drifts from open spice bazaars, and the light shifts from gold to amber across the dunes of the Sahara as the sun descends. Straddling the intersection of Africa,…
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Next Holiday
Enthronement
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70
Year
2026
| Date | Local Name | English Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
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Jan 1, 2026
Thursday
|
Ras l' âm | New Year's Day | Public |
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Jan 11, 2026
Sunday
|
Takdim watikat al-istiqlal | Proclamation of Independence | Public |
|
Jan 14, 2026
Wednesday
|
Id Yennayer | Amazigh New Year | Public |
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May 1, 2026
Friday
|
Eid Ash-Shughl | Labour Day | Public |
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Jul 30, 2026
Thursday
|
Eid Al-Ârch | Enthronement | Public |
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Aug 14, 2026
Friday
|
Oued Ed-Dahab Day | Zikra Oued Ed-Dahab | Public |
|
Aug 20, 2026
Thursday
|
Thawrat al malik wa shâab | Revolution of the King and the People | Public |
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Aug 21, 2026
Friday
|
Eid Al Chabab | Youth Day | Public |
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Nov 6, 2026
Friday
|
Eid Al Massira Al Khadra | Green March | Public |
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Nov 18, 2026
Wednesday
|
Eid Al Istiqulal | Independence Day | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays does Morocco have in 2026?
Morocco has 10 public holidays in 2026.
What is the next public holiday in Morocco?
The next public holiday in Morocco is Enthronement on July 30, 2026.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Morocco?
Yes, banks and government offices are typically closed on national public holidays in Morocco. ATMs remain accessible.
Do shops open on public holidays in Morocco?
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 Morocco.
Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Morocco?
Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Morocco in 2026.
Are public holidays paid days off in Morocco?
In Morocco, 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 Morocco 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 Morocco for 2026.
Do public holidays in Morocco affect travel and transport?
Yes. On major public holidays in Morocco, public transport may run on reduced schedules and many businesses may be closed or operate reduced hours.