Moroccan Public Holidays 2026
All official national and religious holidays in Morocco for 2026. Plan your year with our complete holiday calendar.
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Labour Day
May 1
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New Year's Day
PassedManifesto of Independence
PassedEid al-Fitr~
PassedLabour Day
19 days leftEid al-Adha~
45 days leftIslamic New Year~
66 days leftThrone Day
109 days leftOued Eddahab Allegiance Day
124 days leftRevolution of the King and the People
130 days leftYouth Day
131 days leftProphet's Birthday (Mawlid)~
136 days leftGreen March Day
208 days leftIndependence Day
220 days leftAbout
The Moroccan calendar for 2026 includes around a dozen official public holidays, split between national civil holidays and Islamic religious observances. Civil holidays include New Year's Day (January 1), Proclamation of Independence (January 11), Labour Day (May 1), Throne Day (July 30), Oued Eddahab Allegiance Day (August 14), Revolution of the King and the People (August 20), Youth Day (August 21), Green March Day (November 6) and Independence Day (November 18). Religious holidays, set according to the Hijri calendar, include Eid Al Fitr, Eid Al Adha, the 1st of Muharram marking the Islamic New Year, and Eid Al Mawlid celebrating the Prophet's birthday. Both public and private sector employees are entitled to paid leave on these days. Use this page to check every Morocco 2026 public holiday and plan your vacations, travel and business operations.
About Moroccan Public Holidays
National Holidays
Morocco celebrates 9 fixed national holidays each year, commemorating key dates in the nation's history including independence, the throne, and the green march.
Religious Holidays
Religious holidays in Morocco follow the Islamic lunar calendar. Dates shift by approximately 10-11 days each Gregorian year and are confirmed by official moon sighting.
Lunar Calendar
The Islamic (Hijri) calendar is based on lunar cycles. Each month begins with the sighting of the new crescent moon, which is why exact dates are announced shortly before each holiday.
Business Impact
Public holidays in Morocco are official days off for both public and private sectors. Banks, government offices, and most businesses close on these days.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays does Morocco have?
Morocco has 13 official public holidays per year: 9 fixed national holidays and 4 religious holidays (some spanning 2 days) that follow the Islamic lunar calendar.
Do Islamic holiday dates change every year?
Yes. Islamic holidays are based on the Hijri lunar calendar, which is approximately 10-11 days shorter than the Gregorian calendar. Exact dates are confirmed by official moon sighting announcements.
Are public holidays paid days off in Morocco?
Yes. All official public holidays in Morocco are paid days off for employees in both the public and private sectors, as mandated by Moroccan labor law.
What happens when a holiday falls on a weekend?
In Morocco, there is no official policy for compensating holidays that fall on weekends. However, some private companies may offer a substitute day off.
What is the most celebrated holiday in Morocco?
Eid al-Adha is widely considered the most important holiday in Morocco, celebrated with family gatherings and traditional rituals. Throne Day (July 30) is the most significant national holiday.