| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | New Year's Day | National |
| 2026-01-14 | Revolution and Youth Day | National |
| 2026-03-20 | Eid al-Fitr (estimated); Independence Day | National |
| 2026-03-21 | Eid al-Fitr Holiday (estimated) | National |
| 2026-03-22 | Eid al-Fitr Holiday (estimated) | National |
| 2026-04-09 | Martyrs' Day | National |
| 2026-05-01 | Labor Day | National |
| 2026-05-26 | Day of Arafah (estimated) | National |
| 2026-05-27 | Eid al-Adha (estimated) | National |
| 2026-05-28 | Eid al-Adha Holiday (estimated) | National |
| 2026-05-29 | Eid al-Adha Holiday (estimated) | National |
| 2026-06-16 | Islamic New Year (estimated) | National |
| 2026-07-25 | Republic Day | National |
| 2026-08-13 | Women's Day | National |
| 2026-08-25 | Prophet's Birthday (estimated) | National |
| 2026-10-15 | Evacuation Day | National |
How many public holidays does Tunisia have in 2026?
Tunisia has 16 public holidays in 2026: 16 national holidays. The dates run from 1 January 2026 to 15 October 2026, and no public holiday falls in February, September, November, December. Observances and regional holidays are listed separately and are not counted.
Wondering how that stacks up globally? See how Tunisia's public holiday count compares.
Long weekends in Tunisia 2026
Tunisia's public holidays create 3 long weekends in 2026 - runs of three or more consecutive days off, each built around a holiday that touches a weekend.
- Fri 20 - Sun 22 March: Eid al-Fitr (estimated); Independence Day (3-day weekend, Friday 20 March to Sunday 22 March).
- Fri 1 - Sun 3 May: Labor Day (3-day weekend, Friday 1 May to Sunday 3 May).
- Tue 26 - Sun 31 May: Day of Arafah (estimated) (6-day weekend, Tuesday 26 May to Sunday 31 May).
Observed and substitute holidays in Tunisia 2026
A substitute holiday is a day off moved to a nearby working weekday when a public holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday. The legal date never changes - only the day most people actually get off.
In 2026 no public holiday in Tunisia is moved to a nearby weekday, so every holiday in the table above is observed on the date shown.
Regional variations are common; see public holidays across Africa for the wider picture.
Public holidays in Tunisia: is your date a holiday in 2026?
Every date in the table above is a public holiday in Tunisia in 2026. If the date you are checking appears there, it is a day off; if it does not, it is not a public holiday - however widely it may be marked.
For example, 1 January 2026 is New Year's Day, a public holiday in Tunisia.
More to explore: browse public holidays by country.
About these holidays in Tunisia (2026)
Our Tunisia public holidays guide explains the background of each holiday and how the dates are set.
New Year's Day
New Year's Day falls on 1 January and opens the Gregorian calendar year. Most countries mark it with a public holiday, and celebrations usually begin the night before with countdowns, fireworks and gatherings. The date was fixed in its current position by Julius Caesar's calendar reform, and later preserved by the Gregorian reform of 1582. traditions vary widely, from first-footing in Scotland to writing resolutions for the months ahead.
Eid al-Fitr Holiday (estimated)
This is the second or third day of the Eid al-Fitr public holiday, which closes the month of Ramadan. Many Muslim majority countries extend the celebration over two or three days so that families can travel and gather. As with the first day, the date depends on the sighting of the Shawwal moon and therefore remains estimated until confirmed. Celebrations centre on shared meals, visiting relatives and giving to charity.
Martyrs' Day
Martyrs' Day honours those who died for their country or for a political or religious cause. The date and the event commemorated vary by nation: in India it marks the death of Mahatma Gandhi on 30 January, in Panama the 1964 flag protests, and in several Arab countries it recalls those killed in the independence struggle. Observances typically include wreath laying, moments of silence and official ceremonies at memorials.
Labor Day
Labor Day honours the achievements of workers and the labour movement. Most countries observe it on 1 May, known internationally as May Day or International Workers' Day, which grew out of the campaign for an eight hour working day. Others, including the United States and Canada, hold it on the first Monday of September. Typical events include trade union marches, rallies and public speeches on working conditions.
Day of Arafah (estimated)
The Day of Arafah falls on the ninth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the day before Eid al-Adha, when pilgrims gather on the plain of Arafat near Mecca for the central rite of the Hajj. For Muslims not performing the pilgrimage it is a recommended day of fasting. It is a public holiday in several countries, and because the Islamic calendar is lunar the Gregorian date is estimated.