Public holidays in Algeria
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Civil public holidays
[edit]National holidays include Independence Day on July 5, commemorating Algerian independence from French colonial rule since 1962.[1]
| Date | English name |
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| January 1 | New Year's Day |
| January 12 | Amazigh New Year |
| May 1 | Labour Day |
| July 5 | Independence Day |
| November 1 | Revolution Day |
Islamic public holidays
[edit]The following holidays are public holidays but the date on which each occurs varies, according to Islamic calendar, and thus has no set date in the Gregorian calendar. They are listed below in the order in which they occur in Islamic calendar:
| English name | Description |
|---|---|
| Islamic New Year | The 1st day of the month of Muharram |
| Ashura | The 10th day of the month of Muharram |
| Mawlid | The Birth of Muhammad |
| Eid al-Fitr | The end of Ramadan |
| Eid al-Adha | Sacrifice Feast |
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ↑ "Algeria court clears way for pardon of jailed French journalist Christophe Gleizes". France 24. 3 June 2026. Retrieved 2026-08-08.