Morocco (MA)
Morocco is a gateway between Europe and Africa — a kingdom of extraordinary diversity combining ancient imperial cities (Marrakech, Fez, Meknes, Rabat), dramatic Atlas Mountain ranges, Sahara Desert dunes, Atlantic and Mediterranean coastlines, and a growing cosmopolitan expat scene.
Capital: Rabat
Region: Africa
Language: Arabic
Currency: MAD (DH)
Cost of living: Very affordable (index 35)
Emergency: 15
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Public Holidays 2026
17 holidays in Morocco. Some may vary by region.
January 2026
Thu 1
New Year's Day Public Holiday
رأس السنة الميلادية — Ras as-Sana al-Miladiya
National holiday. Banks, government offices, and most businesses closed.
Sun 11
Independence Day Manifesto Public Holiday
ذكرى تقديم وثيقة الاستقلال — Dhikra Taqdiim Wathiqat al-Istiqlal
Commemorates the 1944 Istiqlal Party independence manifesto to the French protectorate. National holiday; government offices closed.
Tue 13
Amazigh New Year (Yennayer) Public Holiday
يناير — Yennayer
Amazigh (Berber) New Year — declared an official national holiday in 2023, recognising Morocco's Amazigh heritage. Celebrates the start of the Amazigh agricultural calendar (year 2976 in 2026).
March 2026
Fri 20
Eid al-Fitr (End of Ramadan) Public Holiday
عيد الفطر — Eid al-Fitr
Two-day public holiday marking the end of Ramadan fasting month. Exact date subject to moon sighting — may shift by 1 day. 2026 estimated: 20–21 March. All businesses closed; family gatherings; special morning prayers. Major national event.
Sat 21
Eid al-Fitr (Second Day) Public Holiday
عيد الفطر — اليوم الثاني
Second day of Eid al-Fitr celebrations. Subject to moon sighting confirmation.
May 2026
Fri 1
Labour Day Public Holiday
فاتح ماي — Fête du Travail
International Workers' Day. Public holiday throughout Morocco. Unions organise marches in Casablanca and Rabat.
Wed 27
Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice) Public Holiday
عيد الأضحى — Eid al-Adha
The most important Islamic holiday — three days. Each family traditionally slaughters a sheep. Exact date subject to moon sighting; 2026 estimated: 27–29 May. Major family event; essentially all businesses closed for 2–3 days.
Thu 28
Eid al-Adha (Second Day) Public Holiday
عيد الأضحى — اليوم الثاني
Second day of Eid al-Adha. Subject to moon sighting confirmation.
Fri 29
Eid al-Adha (Third Day) Public Holiday
عيد الأضحى — اليوم الثالث
Third day of Eid al-Adha. Subject to moon sighting confirmation.
June 2026
Wed 17
Islamic New Year (Ras as-Sana al-Hijriya) Public Holiday
رأس السنة الهجرية
Islamic New Year — marks the beginning of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar (year 1448 AH in 2026). Exact date subject to moon sighting.
July 2026
Thu 30
Throne Day Public Holiday
عيد العرش — Aïd Al Arch
Celebrates King Mohammed VI's accession to the throne on 30 July 1999. One of Morocco's most celebrated national holidays. Fireworks, royal speeches, military parades, cultural events across all cities.
August 2026
Fri 14
Oued Ed-Dahab Allegiance Day Public Holiday
ذكرى استرداد إقليم وادي الذهب
Commemorates the 1979 allegiance of the Oued Ed-Dahab (Rio de Oro) region to Morocco. National holiday.
Thu 20
Revolution of the King and the People Public Holiday
ذكرى ثورة الملك والشعب
Commemorates the French exile of Sultan Mohammed V on 20 August 1953, which unified Moroccan resistance and accelerated independence. National holiday.
Fri 21
Youth Day (King's Birthday) Public Holiday
عيد الشباب
Celebrates King Mohammed VI's birthday (born 21 August 1963). Often combined with Revolution Day for a 2-day break.
Tue 25
Al Mawlid An-Nabawi (Prophet's Birthday) Public Holiday
عيد المولد النبوي الشريف
Celebrates the birth of Prophet Muhammad — 12 Rabi al-Awwal 1448 AH. 2026 approximate date: August 25 (August 26 also observed as a supplementary holiday). Exact date subject to moon sighting.
November 2026
Fri 6
Green March Day Public Holiday
ذكرى المسيرة الخضراء
Commemorates the 1975 Green March when King Hassan II led 350,000 Moroccan civilians into the Western Sahara to assert Moroccan sovereignty. Major national celebration.
Wed 18
Independence Day Public Holiday
عيد الاستقلال — Fête de l'Indépendance
Celebrates Morocco's independence from France on 18 November 1956. National holiday. Flags displayed throughout the country.
Note: Some holidays in Morocco apply only to specific regions or states. Check local regulations for your area.