Mauritania has 8 nationwide public holidays in 2026. Rules can vary by region.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Mar 20 | Friday | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 25 | Monday | Africa Day | Public |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | Public |
| Jun 16 | Tuesday | Islamic New Year | Public |
| Aug 25 | Tuesday | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) | Public |
| Nov 28 | Saturday | Independence Day | Public |
Mauritania has 8 nationwide public holidays in 2026. Some regions add their own local holidays.
The next public holiday is Independence Day on Saturday, November 28, 2026.