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May 24, 2026

Algeria
Algeria
Algeria Extends Eid al-Adha Public Holidays
Direction Générale de la Fonction Publique (Algiers)
The Algerian Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security and the Directorate General of Public Service and Administrative Reform have announced that the upcoming public holidays for the Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice) would be from Wednesday to Friday, May 27 to 29, 2026, inclusively.
As per the aforementioned communique, "On the occasion of the Eid al-Adha festival and in accordance with Law 63-278 of July 26, 1963, as amended and supplemented, establishing the list of legal holidays, the days of Wednesday 10, Thursday 11 and Friday 12 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 of the Hijra, corresponding to May 27, 28 and 29, 2026, are paid holidays for all staff of public institutions and administrations, public and private establishments and offices, as well as for staff of public and private companies, all sectors and legal statuses combined, including staff paid by the hour or by the day".
Algeria Extends Eid al-Adha Public Holidays
Direction Générale de la Fonction Publique (Algiers)
The Algerian Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security and the Directorate General of Public Service and Administrative Reform have announced that the upcoming public holidays for the Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice) would be from Wednesday to Friday, May 27 to 29, 2026, inclusively.
As per the aforementioned communique, "On the occasion of the Eid al-Adha festival and in accordance with Law 63-278 of July 26, 1963, as amended and supplemented, establishing the list of legal holidays, the days of Wednesday 10, Thursday 11 and Friday 12 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 of the Hijra, corresponding to May 27, 28 and 29, 2026, are paid holidays for all staff of public institutions and administrations, public and private establishments and offices, as well as for staff of public and private companies, all sectors and legal statuses combined, including staff paid by the hour or by the day".

Kerala (KL)
Kerala (KL)
Kerala Extends Eid-ul-Adha Public Holidays
Government of Kerala (Thiruvananthapuram)
Earlier today, the General Administration Department of India's state of Kerala announced that, following the non-sighting of the crescent moon marking the beginning of the month of Dhu’l Hijjah on May 17, Bakrid (Eid-ul-Adha or the Feast of Sacrifice) will be observed in Kerala on May 28.
As per the previous announcement of Bakrid on May 27, the aforementioned announcement states that "Since Id-Ul-Ad'ha (Bakrid) is being celebrated in the state on May 28, the government is pleased to order that Thursday, May 28, 2026, will also be a holiday" and that these 2 public holidays would apply to all government offices, public sector undertakings, educational institutions, including professional colleges, and institutions functioning under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881.
Kerala Extends Eid-ul-Adha Public Holidays
Government of Kerala (Thiruvananthapuram)
Earlier today, the General Administration Department of India's state of Kerala announced that, following the non-sighting of the crescent moon marking the beginning of the month of Dhu’l Hijjah on May 17, Bakrid (Eid-ul-Adha or the Feast of Sacrifice) will be observed in Kerala on May 28.
As per the previous announcement of Bakrid on May 27, the aforementioned announcement states that "Since Id-Ul-Ad'ha (Bakrid) is being celebrated in the state on May 28, the government is pleased to order that Thursday, May 28, 2026, will also be a holiday" and that these 2 public holidays would apply to all government offices, public sector undertakings, educational institutions, including professional colleges, and institutions functioning under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881.

Myanmar
Myanmar
Myanmar Eid Al Adha Public Holiday May 28
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Republic of the Union of Myanmar (Yangoon)
The government of Myanmar has released an extension to its previously-released list of bank holidays and non-working public holidays in Myanmar for the calendar year 2026, by declaring a public holiday on Thursday, May 28, 2026, on account of the annual Eid Al Adha (the Feast of Sacrifice) public holiday of Myanmar.
Myanmar Eid Al Adha Public Holiday May 28
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Republic of the Union of Myanmar (Yangoon)
The government of Myanmar has released an extension to its previously-released list of bank holidays and non-working public holidays in Myanmar for the calendar year 2026, by declaring a public holiday on Thursday, May 28, 2026, on account of the annual Eid Al Adha (the Feast of Sacrifice) public holiday of Myanmar.

Philippines
Philippines
BARMM Extends Eid'l Adha Public Holidays
Philippine Information Agency (Manila)
The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) of the Philippines has declared May 26 to 28, 2026 as Islamic public holidays.
As per Proclamation No.0003, Series of 2026, issued by the Office of the Chief Minister, May 26 was declared a special non-working holiday for the observance of the Day of Arafah, May 27 was declared a regular non-working holiday for Eid’l Adha (the Feast of Sacrifice), and May 28 was declared a special non-working holiday for the first day of Tashriq.
BARMM Extends Eid'l Adha Public Holidays
Philippine Information Agency (Manila)
The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) of the Philippines has declared May 26 to 28, 2026 as Islamic public holidays.
As per Proclamation No.0003, Series of 2026, issued by the Office of the Chief Minister, May 26 was declared a special non-working holiday for the observance of the Day of Arafah, May 27 was declared a regular non-working holiday for Eid’l Adha (the Feast of Sacrifice), and May 28 was declared a special non-working holiday for the first day of Tashriq.

Punjab (PB)
Punjab (PB)
Punjab Declares May 26 Public Holiday
Government of Punjab (Chandigarh)
The Personnel Department (PP-2 Branch) of the Government of India's state of Punjab has declared Tuesday, May 26, 2026, as a public holiday to facilitate smooth polling during the general elections to Municipal Corporations, Municipal Councils and Nagar Panchayats across Punjab.
Punjab Declares May 26 Public Holiday
Government of Punjab (Chandigarh)
The Personnel Department (PP-2 Branch) of the Government of India's state of Punjab has declared Tuesday, May 26, 2026, as a public holiday to facilitate smooth polling during the general elections to Municipal Corporations, Municipal Councils and Nagar Panchayats across Punjab.

Qatar
Qatar
Qatar Announces Eid Al Adha Public Holidays
Qatari News Agency (QNA)
Qatar's Ministry of Labour has announced public holidays for the private sector on the occasion of the upcoming Eid Al Adha (Feast of Sacrifice).
As per the aforementioned announcement, the Eid Al-Adha holiday for private sector employees will be three days with full pay, in accordance with the Labour Law.
In a separate announcement, Qatar's Amiri Diwan announced that for "ministries, other government entities and public institutions: the Eid holiday will start Tuesday, Dhu Al-Hijjah 9, 1447, corresponding to May 26, 2026, and ends Saturday, Dhu Al-Hijjah 13, 1447, corresponding to May 30, 2026. Employees will resume work Sunday, Dhu Al-Hijjah 14, 1447, corresponding to May 31, 2026".
Qatar Announces Eid Al Adha Public Holidays
Qatari News Agency (QNA)
Qatar's Ministry of Labour has announced public holidays for the private sector on the occasion of the upcoming Eid Al Adha (Feast of Sacrifice).
As per the aforementioned announcement, the Eid Al-Adha holiday for private sector employees will be three days with full pay, in accordance with the Labour Law.
In a separate announcement, Qatar's Amiri Diwan announced that for "ministries, other government entities and public institutions: the Eid holiday will start Tuesday, Dhu Al-Hijjah 9, 1447, corresponding to May 26, 2026, and ends Saturday, Dhu Al-Hijjah 13, 1447, corresponding to May 30, 2026. Employees will resume work Sunday, Dhu Al-Hijjah 14, 1447, corresponding to May 31, 2026".

Qatar
Qatar
Qatar Declares Eid al-Adha Bank Holidays
Qatar Central Bank (QCB)
Qatar's Central Bank (QCB) has announced the bank holidays to be observed on account of the upcoming Eid Al Adha (Feast of Sacrifice) for all financial institutions in Qatar.
As per the official announcement, "Pursuant to Clause (1 ) of Article (4) of Amiri Decree No. (57) of 2025 outlining official working days, national occasions, and public holidays in the State of Qatar, and on the occasion of the approaching Eid Al Adha, it has been decided that the Eid Al Adha holiday will start on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, and end on Thursday, May 28, 2026.", with the added specification that "all financial institutions will resume work on Sunday, May 31, 2026".
Qatar Declares Eid al-Adha Bank Holidays
Qatar Central Bank (QCB)
Qatar's Central Bank (QCB) has announced the bank holidays to be observed on account of the upcoming Eid Al Adha (Feast of Sacrifice) for all financial institutions in Qatar.
As per the official announcement, "Pursuant to Clause (1 ) of Article (4) of Amiri Decree No. (57) of 2025 outlining official working days, national occasions, and public holidays in the State of Qatar, and on the occasion of the approaching Eid Al Adha, it has been decided that the Eid Al Adha holiday will start on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, and end on Thursday, May 28, 2026.", with the added specification that "all financial institutions will resume work on Sunday, May 31, 2026".

May 23, 2026

Johor (JHR)
Johor (JHR)
Johor Declares Malaysia Cup Victory Public Holiday
Bernama News Agency (Johor Baru)
The Government of the Malaysian state of Johor has declared Monday, May 25, 2026, as a one-off public holiday in celebration of Johor Darul Ta'zim's (JDT) Malaysia Cup 2025/26 victory.
As per the announcement of Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, the declaration was made in compliance with the decree of the Regent of Johor, Tunku Mahkota Ismail, "Upon the consent of His Royal Highness the Regent of Johor, the state government has agreed to declare Monday, May 25, 2026, as a special holiday for Johor in conjunction with JDT's Malaysia Cup 2025/26 triumph".
Johor Declares Malaysia Cup Victory Public Holiday
Bernama News Agency (Johor Baru)
The Government of the Malaysian state of Johor has declared Monday, May 25, 2026, as a one-off public holiday in celebration of Johor Darul Ta'zim's (JDT) Malaysia Cup 2025/26 victory.
As per the announcement of Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi, the declaration was made in compliance with the decree of the Regent of Johor, Tunku Mahkota Ismail, "Upon the consent of His Royal Highness the Regent of Johor, the state government has agreed to declare Monday, May 25, 2026, as a special holiday for Johor in conjunction with JDT's Malaysia Cup 2025/26 triumph".

West Bengal (WB)
West Bengal (WB)
West Bengal Amends Bakri Eid Public Holidays
Government of West Bengal (Kolkata)
The government of India's state of West Bengal has issued the vide notification Memorandum No.1814-F(P2) amending the previously-announced public holidays for the upcoming Eid al-Adha (Bakrid or Feast of Sacrifice).
As per the aforementioned vide notification, "In terms of Notification No. 4188-F(P2) dated 27 November, 2025, 26 May, 2026 (Tuesday) and 27 May, 2026 (Wednesday) were declared as public holidays on account of the Day before Eid Al-Adha and Eid Al-Adha respectively. Now, information has been received that Eid Al-Adha will be observed on 28 May, 2026 (Thursday)" and "Accordingly, in partial modification of the aforesaid notification, the Governor is pleased to declare 28 May, 2026 (Thursday) as a public holiday under Section 25 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 on account of Eid Al-Adha. Consequent upon the above, the holidays notified earlier for 26 May, 2026 (Tuesday) and 27 May, 2026 (Wednesday) on account of the Day before Eid Al-Adha and Eid Al-Adha respectively, are hereby cancelled. Accordingly, 26 May, 2026 (Tuesday) and 27 May, 2026 (Wednesday) will be working days for all offices, institutions and establishments to which the aforesaid notification applies.".
West Bengal Amends Bakri Eid Public Holidays
Government of West Bengal (Kolkata)
The government of India's state of West Bengal has issued the vide notification Memorandum No.1814-F(P2) amending the previously-announced public holidays for the upcoming Eid al-Adha (Bakrid or Feast of Sacrifice).
As per the aforementioned vide notification, "In terms of Notification No. 4188-F(P2) dated 27 November, 2025, 26 May, 2026 (Tuesday) and 27 May, 2026 (Wednesday) were declared as public holidays on account of the Day before Eid Al-Adha and Eid Al-Adha respectively. Now, information has been received that Eid Al-Adha will be observed on 28 May, 2026 (Thursday)" and "Accordingly, in partial modification of the aforesaid notification, the Governor is pleased to declare 28 May, 2026 (Thursday) as a public holiday under Section 25 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 on account of Eid Al-Adha. Consequent upon the above, the holidays notified earlier for 26 May, 2026 (Tuesday) and 27 May, 2026 (Wednesday) on account of the Day before Eid Al-Adha and Eid Al-Adha respectively, are hereby cancelled. Accordingly, 26 May, 2026 (Tuesday) and 27 May, 2026 (Wednesday) will be working days for all offices, institutions and establishments to which the aforesaid notification applies.".

May 22, 2026

Congo (Republic)
Congo (Republic)
Congo Brazzaville Declares May 25 Public Holiday
Conseil des Ministres de la République du Congo (Brazzaville)
The Minister of State and Minister of Public Service, Labor, and Social Dialogue of the Republic of the Congo (aka. Congo Brazzaville), Pierre Mabiala, has signed a decree declaring Monday, May 25, 2026, as a public holiday with paid leave.
As per aforementioned statement, "The Minister of State, Minister of Public Service, Labor, and Social Dialogue, reminds workers in the public and private sectors that Monday, May 25, 2026, known as Whit Monday, is declared a public holiday, a day off with pay, in accordance with the provisions of Article 1 of Law No. 2-94 of March 1, 1994, which establishes public holidays, days off with pay." and adding that "Tuesday, May 26, 2026 is a working day".
Congo Brazzaville Declares May 25 Public Holiday
Conseil des Ministres de la République du Congo (Brazzaville)
The Minister of State and Minister of Public Service, Labor, and Social Dialogue of the Republic of the Congo (aka. Congo Brazzaville), Pierre Mabiala, has signed a decree declaring Monday, May 25, 2026, as a public holiday with paid leave.
As per aforementioned statement, "The Minister of State, Minister of Public Service, Labor, and Social Dialogue, reminds workers in the public and private sectors that Monday, May 25, 2026, known as Whit Monday, is declared a public holiday, a day off with pay, in accordance with the provisions of Article 1 of Law No. 2-94 of March 1, 1994, which establishes public holidays, days off with pay." and adding that "Tuesday, May 26, 2026 is a working day".

Gujarat (GJ)
Gujarat (GJ)
Gujarat Moves Bakri Eid Public Holiday
Government of Gujarat (Gandhinagar)
The Government of India's state of Gujarat has announced a change in the date of the upcoming public holiday for Bakri Eid (the Feast of Sacrifice).
As per the aforementioned notification, issued by the General Administration Department (GAD), the public holiday was earlier scheduled for Wednesday, May 27, and has now been rescheduled to Thursday, May 28, 2026.
Gujarat Moves Bakri Eid Public Holiday
Government of Gujarat (Gandhinagar)
The Government of India's state of Gujarat has announced a change in the date of the upcoming public holiday for Bakri Eid (the Feast of Sacrifice).
As per the aforementioned notification, issued by the General Administration Department (GAD), the public holiday was earlier scheduled for Wednesday, May 27, and has now been rescheduled to Thursday, May 28, 2026.

India
India
Indian Central Government Moves Id-ul-Zuha Public Holiday
The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions (New Delhi)
The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT) of India's Central Government's has issued a vide Office Memorandum revising the date of the public holiday for Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) for its administrative offices in Delhi and New Delhi, shifting it from Wednesday, May 27, 2026, to Thursday, May 28, 2026.
Additionally, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced that banks in cities such as Belapur, Bengaluru, Chennai, Jaipur, Jammu, Mumbai, Nagpur, Panaji and Patna will now observe the Bakrid holiday on May 28, while banks in Agartala, Ahmedabad, Aizawl, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Imphal, Kanpur, Kochi, Kohima, Kolkata, Lucknow, New Delhi, Raipur, Ranchi, Shillong, Shimla, Srinagar, Thiruvanathapuram and Vijaywada, are scheduled to remain closed on May 27 for Eid-ul-Adha (Bakri Eid)/Id-ul-Zuha, as originally announced late last year.
Indian Central Government Moves Id-ul-Zuha Public Holiday
The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions (New Delhi)
The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT) of India's Central Government's has issued a vide Office Memorandum revising the date of the public holiday for Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) for its administrative offices in Delhi and New Delhi, shifting it from Wednesday, May 27, 2026, to Thursday, May 28, 2026.
Additionally, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced that banks in cities such as Belapur, Bengaluru, Chennai, Jaipur, Jammu, Mumbai, Nagpur, Panaji and Patna will now observe the Bakrid holiday on May 28, while banks in Agartala, Ahmedabad, Aizawl, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Imphal, Kanpur, Kochi, Kohima, Kolkata, Lucknow, New Delhi, Raipur, Ranchi, Shillong, Shimla, Srinagar, Thiruvanathapuram and Vijaywada, are scheduled to remain closed on May 27 for Eid-ul-Adha (Bakri Eid)/Id-ul-Zuha, as originally announced late last year.

Mali
Mali
Mali Declares May 25 Public Holiday
Primature Portail Officiel du Gouvernement du Mali (Bamako)
Mali's Minister of Labor, Public Service, and Social Dialogue has issued a communiqué Monday, May 25, 2026, as nationwide public holiday marking Africa Day, in accordance with Law No.05-040 of July 22, 2005, concerning public holidays.
Mali Declares May 25 Public Holiday
Primature Portail Officiel du Gouvernement du Mali (Bamako)
Mali's Minister of Labor, Public Service, and Social Dialogue has issued a communiqué Monday, May 25, 2026, as nationwide public holiday marking Africa Day, in accordance with Law No.05-040 of July 22, 2005, concerning public holidays.

Mauritius
Mauritius
Mauritius To Move Ganesh Chaturthi Public Holiday
Prime Minister's Office (Port-Louis)
The Council of Ministers of Mauritius has announced that an amendment will soon be made to the official list of 2026 public holidays, whereby Ganesh Chaturthi will be celebrated on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, instead of Wednesday, September 16, 2026, as initially announced in August 2025.
As per the aforementioned announcement, the change was made at the request of the Mauritius Marathi Mandali Federation, which indicated that the initial date for the 2026 Ganesh Chaturthi was proposed following an error in the interpretation of the calculations used to determine the date of the celebration.
Mauritius To Move Ganesh Chaturthi Public Holiday
Prime Minister's Office (Port-Louis)
The Council of Ministers of Mauritius has announced that an amendment will soon be made to the official list of 2026 public holidays, whereby Ganesh Chaturthi will be celebrated on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, instead of Wednesday, September 16, 2026, as initially announced in August 2025.
As per the aforementioned announcement, the change was made at the request of the Mauritius Marathi Mandali Federation, which indicated that the initial date for the 2026 Ganesh Chaturthi was proposed following an error in the interpretation of the calculations used to determine the date of the celebration.

Morocco
Morocco
Morocco Extends Aïd al-Adha Public Holidays
Agence Maroc Arabe Presse (Rabat)
The Moroccan government has decided to extend the upcoming Aïd al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice) public sector holidays with the addition of Friday, May 29, 2026, as an additional public sector holiday.
As per the aforementioned communique, "on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, which coincides with Wednesday 10 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 AH (May 27, 2026), it has been decided to exceptionally close public administrations and local authorities on Friday, May 29, 2026, in accordance with the provisions of the last paragraph of Article 3 of Decree No. 2.05.916 of 13 Jumada II 1426 (July 20, 2005).".
Morocco Extends Aïd al-Adha Public Holidays
Agence Maroc Arabe Presse (Rabat)
The Moroccan government has decided to extend the upcoming Aïd al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice) public sector holidays with the addition of Friday, May 29, 2026, as an additional public sector holiday.
As per the aforementioned communique, "on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, which coincides with Wednesday 10 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 AH (May 27, 2026), it has been decided to exceptionally close public administrations and local authorities on Friday, May 29, 2026, in accordance with the provisions of the last paragraph of Article 3 of Decree No. 2.05.916 of 13 Jumada II 1426 (July 20, 2005).".

Tajikistan
Tajikistan
Tajikistan Declares May 27 Eid al-Adha Public Holiday
Majlisi namoyandagon of Majlisi Oli of the Republic of Tajikistan (MNMORT)
The Council of Ulema (Shuroi Ulamo), the Committee on Religious Affairs, Regulation of Traditions and Rituals of the Government of Tajikistan, based on the conclusion of the Astrophysics Institute of the National Academy of Sciences of Tajikistan, has set the date for the celebration of Eid al-Adha in 2026, as May 27.
Tajikistan Declares May 27 Eid al-Adha Public Holiday
Majlisi namoyandagon of Majlisi Oli of the Republic of Tajikistan (MNMORT)
The Council of Ulema (Shuroi Ulamo), the Committee on Religious Affairs, Regulation of Traditions and Rituals of the Government of Tajikistan, based on the conclusion of the Astrophysics Institute of the National Academy of Sciences of Tajikistan, has set the date for the celebration of Eid al-Adha in 2026, as May 27.

Telangana (TS)
Telangana (TS)
Telangana Moves Eid al-Adha Public Holiday
Government of Telangana (Hyderabad)
The Chief Secretary to the Government of India's State of Telangana, K. Ramakrishna Rao, has issued a revised government order G.O.Rt. No. 718, under the provisions of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, moving the date of the upcoming Bakrid (Eid al-Adha or Feast of Sacrifice) public holiday from Wednesday, May 27, 2026, to Thursday, May 28, 2026.
As per the aforementioned announcement, the change was made following recommendations submitted by the Telangana Wakf Board Chief Executive Officer and the Minorities Welfare Department.
Telangana Moves Eid al-Adha Public Holiday
Government of Telangana (Hyderabad)
The Chief Secretary to the Government of India's State of Telangana, K. Ramakrishna Rao, has issued a revised government order G.O.Rt. No. 718, under the provisions of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, moving the date of the upcoming Bakrid (Eid al-Adha or Feast of Sacrifice) public holiday from Wednesday, May 27, 2026, to Thursday, May 28, 2026.
As per the aforementioned announcement, the change was made following recommendations submitted by the Telangana Wakf Board Chief Executive Officer and the Minorities Welfare Department.

Togo
Togo
Togo Declares May 27 Eid al-Adha Public Holiday
Primature du Togo (Lome)
The Muslim Union of Togo (UMT) had issued a press release, signed by its President, El Hadj Inoussa Bouraïma, announcing that the upcoming Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice) would be observed on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
As per the aforementioned announcement, the Executive Bureau of the UMT informs the Muslim community that the major festival of Eid al-Adha will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 27, making it a public holiday throughout the country.
Togo Declares May 27 Eid al-Adha Public Holiday
Primature du Togo (Lome)
The Muslim Union of Togo (UMT) had issued a press release, signed by its President, El Hadj Inoussa Bouraïma, announcing that the upcoming Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice) would be observed on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
As per the aforementioned announcement, the Executive Bureau of the UMT informs the Muslim community that the major festival of Eid al-Adha will be celebrated on Wednesday, May 27, making it a public holiday throughout the country.

Tunisia
Tunisia
Tunisia Announces 2026 Aïd El-Idha Public Holidays
Agence Tunis Afrique Presse (TAP)
The government of Tunisia has issued a communique declaring 2 days of public sector holidays on Wednesday and Thursday, May 27 and 28, 2026, on account of the upcoming Aïd El-Idha (Feast of Sacrifice), for civil servants, local government employees, and employees of public administrative institutions.
The aforementioned announcement was made in accordance with the provisions of Presidential Decree No. 223 of December 7, 2021, concerning public holidays in the public sector.
Tunisia Announces 2026 Aïd El-Idha Public Holidays
Agence Tunis Afrique Presse (TAP)
The government of Tunisia has issued a communique declaring 2 days of public sector holidays on Wednesday and Thursday, May 27 and 28, 2026, on account of the upcoming Aïd El-Idha (Feast of Sacrifice), for civil servants, local government employees, and employees of public administrative institutions.
The aforementioned announcement was made in accordance with the provisions of Presidential Decree No. 223 of December 7, 2021, concerning public holidays in the public sector.

May 21, 2026

Andhra Pradesh (AP)
Andhra Pradesh (AP)
Andhra Pradesh Moves Bakrid Public Holiday
Government of Andhra Pradesh (Amaravati)
The Chief Secretary to the Government of India's State of Andhra Pradesh has issued a vide notification moving the date of the upcoming Bakrid (Feast of Sacrifice) public holiday from Wednesday, May 27, to Thursday, May 28, 2026.
As per the aforementioned order, the change was made based on a request by the Chief Executive Officer of the Andhra Pradesh State Waqf Board.
Andhra Pradesh Moves Bakrid Public Holiday
Government of Andhra Pradesh (Amaravati)
The Chief Secretary to the Government of India's State of Andhra Pradesh has issued a vide notification moving the date of the upcoming Bakrid (Feast of Sacrifice) public holiday from Wednesday, May 27, to Thursday, May 28, 2026.
As per the aforementioned order, the change was made based on a request by the Chief Executive Officer of the Andhra Pradesh State Waqf Board.

Egypt
Egypt
Egypt Announces Eid Al-Adha Public Holidays
Egypt State Information Service (Cairo)
Egypt’s Minister of Labor, Hassan Raddad, has announced that private sector employees covered under the country’s new Labor Law will receive a six-day paid public holiday for Eid al-Adha (the Feast of Sacrifice), extending from Tuesday, May 26, through Sunday, May 31, 2026.
Egypt Announces Eid Al-Adha Public Holidays
Egypt State Information Service (Cairo)
Egypt’s Minister of Labor, Hassan Raddad, has announced that private sector employees covered under the country’s new Labor Law will receive a six-day paid public holiday for Eid al-Adha (the Feast of Sacrifice), extending from Tuesday, May 26, through Sunday, May 31, 2026.

Gambia
Gambia
Gambia Declares 3 Public Holidays
Office of the President of the Gambia (Banjul)
The President of the Gambia, Adama Barrow, has declared Monday, May 25, 2026, a public holiday across The Gambia in celebration of African Liberation Day.
Additionally, President Barrow has declared Wednesday, May 27, and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays for the Muslim feast of Eid al-Adha (Tobaski).
Gambia Declares 3 Public Holidays
Office of the President of the Gambia (Banjul)
The President of the Gambia, Adama Barrow, has declared Monday, May 25, 2026, a public holiday across The Gambia in celebration of African Liberation Day.
Additionally, President Barrow has declared Wednesday, May 27, and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays for the Muslim feast of Eid al-Adha (Tobaski).

Madagascar
Madagascar
Madagascar Eid El Adha Public Holiday May 27
Filankevitry ny Governemanta (Mahazoarivo)
Madagascar's Ministry of Labor, Employment, and the Civil Service (MTefop) has announced that Wednesday, May 27, 2026, would be an official public holiday throughout Madagascar, a day off with pay, to celebrate Eid al-Adha (the Feast of Sacrifice).
Madagascar Eid El Adha Public Holiday May 27
Filankevitry ny Governemanta (Mahazoarivo)
Madagascar's Ministry of Labor, Employment, and the Civil Service (MTefop) has announced that Wednesday, May 27, 2026, would be an official public holiday throughout Madagascar, a day off with pay, to celebrate Eid al-Adha (the Feast of Sacrifice).

Nepal
Nepal
Nepal Declares Eid al-Adha As A Public Holiday On May 28
Nepalese Ministry of Home Affairs (Kathmandu)
Nepal's Ministry of Home Affairs has announced that the government of Nepal had decided to extend the scope of the upcoming's Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice) observance from being limited to Muslims to a full national public holiday.
As per the Spokesperson for the Ministry of Home Affairs, Ananda Kafle, according to information received from the Muslim Commission, Bakra Eid will be on Thursday, May 28, 2026.
Nepal Declares Eid al-Adha As A Public Holiday On May 28
Nepalese Ministry of Home Affairs (Kathmandu)
Nepal's Ministry of Home Affairs has announced that the government of Nepal had decided to extend the scope of the upcoming's Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice) observance from being limited to Muslims to a full national public holiday.
As per the Spokesperson for the Ministry of Home Affairs, Ananda Kafle, according to information received from the Muslim Commission, Bakra Eid will be on Thursday, May 28, 2026.

Nicaragua
Nicaragua
Nicaragua Declares May 30 Mothers Day Public Holiday
Ministerio del Trabajo de Nicaragua (MITRAB)
Nicaragua's Co-President, Rosario Murillo, has announced that Saturday, May 30, 2026, would be a mandatory national holiday with the right to rest and pay, on account of the upcoming Nicaraguan Mothers' Day.
As per the aforementioned announcement, "The Minister of Labor has sent a consultation to Commander Daniel , who has instructed her to proceed by declaring Mother’s Day, as it is already declared in the national holiday calendar, as a mandatory national holiday with the right to rest and enjoyment of salary".
Nicaragua Declares May 30 Mothers Day Public Holiday
Ministerio del Trabajo de Nicaragua (MITRAB)
Nicaragua's Co-President, Rosario Murillo, has announced that Saturday, May 30, 2026, would be a mandatory national holiday with the right to rest and pay, on account of the upcoming Nicaraguan Mothers' Day.
As per the aforementioned announcement, "The Minister of Labor has sent a consultation to Commander Daniel , who has instructed her to proceed by declaring Mother’s Day, as it is already declared in the national holiday calendar, as a mandatory national holiday with the right to rest and enjoyment of salary".

Pakistan
Pakistan
Pakistan Declares Eid-ul-Azha Bank Holidays
The State Bank of Pakistan (Karachi)
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued a BPRD Circular Letter declaring bank holidays in Pakistan in observance of the Eid-ul-Azha (Feast of Sacrifice).
As per the aforementioned Circular Letter, the central bank will remain closed from 26th to 28th May, 2026 (Tuesday to Thursday) being public holidays on the occasion of Eidul Azha.
Pakistan Declares Eid-ul-Azha Bank Holidays
The State Bank of Pakistan (Karachi)
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued a BPRD Circular Letter declaring bank holidays in Pakistan in observance of the Eid-ul-Azha (Feast of Sacrifice).
As per the aforementioned Circular Letter, the central bank will remain closed from 26th to 28th May, 2026 (Tuesday to Thursday) being public holidays on the occasion of Eidul Azha.

Philippines
Philippines
Philippines Declare May 27 Eid al-Adha Public Holiday
Philippine Information Agency (Manila)
Malacañang's Presidential Communications Office has issued Proclamation No.1264 announcing a regular public holiday throughout the Philippines on account of the upcoming Islamic holiday of Eid al-Adha (the Feast of Sacrifice).
As per the aforementioned proclamation, signed by Executive Secretary, Ralph Recto, "Whereas, following the 1447 Hijrah Islamic Lunar Calendar, the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos has recommended that 27 May 2026, Wednesday, be declared a national holiday, in observance of Eid’l Adha, now, therefore, I, Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr., President of the Philippines, by virtue of the powers vested in me by law, do hereby declare Wednesday, 27 May 2026, a regular holiday throughout the country, in observance of Eid’l Adha".
Philippines Declare May 27 Eid al-Adha Public Holiday
Philippine Information Agency (Manila)
Malacañang's Presidential Communications Office has issued Proclamation No.1264 announcing a regular public holiday throughout the Philippines on account of the upcoming Islamic holiday of Eid al-Adha (the Feast of Sacrifice).
As per the aforementioned proclamation, signed by Executive Secretary, Ralph Recto, "Whereas, following the 1447 Hijrah Islamic Lunar Calendar, the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos has recommended that 27 May 2026, Wednesday, be declared a national holiday, in observance of Eid’l Adha, now, therefore, I, Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr., President of the Philippines, by virtue of the powers vested in me by law, do hereby declare Wednesday, 27 May 2026, a regular holiday throughout the country, in observance of Eid’l Adha".

Taiwan
Taiwan
Taiwan 2027 Public Holidays Released
Taiwan Central Personnel Administration (Taipei)
The General Administration of Personnel and Administration of Taiwan's Executive Yuan has released its official annual calendar of official non-working public holidays in Taiwan for the upcoming calendar year 2027, in accordance with the "Implementation Measures for Memorial Days and Holidays" regulations (紀念日及節日實施辦法).
The aforementioned announcement follows the May 2025 presidential decree promulgating the Implementation Act of Commemorative and Festival Days