Independence Day is al voorbij.
zondag 24 mei 2026
Key facts
- Date
- zondag 24 mei 2026
- Day of week
- zondag
- Scope
- Nationale feestdag
- Type
- Public holiday
- ISO week
- 21
- Day of year
- 144
- Time zone
- Africa/Asmara
- Currency
- ERN
Make the most of the long weekend
Independence Day in 2026 falls on a weekend — no extra day off needed.
Nearby years
Frequently asked questions
In Eritrea, Independence Day falls on 24 mei 2026 in 2026.
In 2026, Independence Day is on a zondag.
In Eritrea, Independence Day is a national public holiday observed across the whole country.
Independence Day was on 24 mei 2026.
The next Independence Day in Eritrea is on 24 mei 2027.
Other holidays in Eritrea in 2026
- New Year's Day (Amet ሓዲሽ ዓመት)1 jan
- Orthodox Christmas (Lidet ልደት)7 jan
- Orthodox Epiphany (Timket ጥምቀት)19 jan
- Women's Day (Maelti Anesti መዓልቲ ኣነስቲ)8 mrt
- Good Friday (Arbi Siklet ዓርቢ ስቅለት)3 apr
- Easter Sunday (Fasika ፋሲካ)5 apr
- May Day1 mei
- Martyrs' Day (Maelti Siwuat መዓልቲ ስውኣት)20 jun
- Revolution Day (Bahti Meskerem ባሕቲ መስከረም)1 sep
Data source
Holiday information for Independence Day in Eritrea (2026) reviewed and last updated 11 augustus 2026. Always confirm with official sources before planning.