Algeria Public Holidays 2028
Algeria 2028 public holidays — Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha dates & national days.
Weekend Days: Friday & Saturday
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028-01-01 | Saturday, January 1, 2028 | New Year's Day | National |
| 2028-02-26 | Saturday, February 26, 2028 | Eid al-Fitr (2 days) | Religious |
| 2028-05-01 | Monday, May 1, 2028 | Labour Day | National |
| 2028-05-03 | Wednesday, May 3, 2028 | Eid al-Adha (2 days) | Religious |
| 2028-07-05 | Wednesday, July 5, 2028 | Independence Day | National |
| 2028-08-02 | Wednesday, August 2, 2028 | Prophet's Birthday | Religious |
| 2028-11-01 | Wednesday, November 1, 2028 | Revolution Day | National |
2028 Holiday Summary
Total public holidays: 7
National holidays: 4
Religious holidays: 3
Weekend days: Friday & Saturday
About Public Holidays in Algeria
Algeria's public holiday calendar carries a strong historical and revolutionary character, shaped by the country's long struggle for independence from France. Revolution Day on 1 November is one of the most deeply felt national holidays, marking the launch of the liberation revolution in 1954. Independence Day on 5 July commemorates Algeria's independence in 1962 following a seven-year war. Algeria differs from its Maghreb neighbours Tunisia and Morocco by observing a Friday-Saturday weekend rather than Saturday-Sunday. Islamic religious holidays include Eid Al-Fitr, Eid Al-Adha, the Prophet's Birthday, and the Islamic New Year, all confirmed by official moon sighting. Oil and natural gas form the cornerstone of Algeria's economy alongside agriculture, industry, and services, with the work week running Sunday through Thursday and the weekend on Friday and Saturday. Islamic holiday dates move approximately ten days earlier each Gregorian year due to the shorter lunar Hijri calendar cycle.
Practical Information for Residents and Visitors
- Government administrations and public bodies close on all officially declared public holidays.
- Algerian Labour Law guarantees private sector employees paid leave on public holidays.
- Revolution Day on 1 November is marked with official national ceremonies across the country.
- Islamic holiday dates are confirmed by official religious authorities following moon sighting.
Public Holiday Details 2028
See our Eid dates for all Arab countries for dates across the region.
See our Eid dates for all Arab countries for dates across the region.