Somalia has 8 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus 3 observed in most regions. Rules can vary by region.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Jan 16 | Friday | Laylat al-Mi'raj | Most regions |
| Mar 20 | Friday | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 18 | Monday | Restoration of Somaliland Sovereignty | Most regions |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | Public |
| Jun 16 | Tuesday | Islamic New Year | Most regions |
| Jun 25 | Thursday | Day of Ashura | Public |
| Jun 26 | Friday | Independence of British Somaliland | Public |
| Jul 1 | Wednesday | Independence Day | Public |
| Aug 25 | Tuesday | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) | Public |
Somalia has 8 nationwide public holidays in 2026, and 3 more that are observed in most regions. Some regions add their own local holidays.