Sudan Public Holidays 2026
Sudan 2026 public holidays — Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha dates & national days.
Weekend Days: Friday & Saturday
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day | National |
| 2026-01-01 | Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Independence Day | National |
| 2026-03-20 | Friday, March 20, 2026 | Eid al-Fitr (3 days) | Religious |
| 2026-05-26 | Tuesday, May 26, 2026 | Eid al-Adha (3 days) | Religious |
| 2026-08-25 | Tuesday, August 25, 2026 | Prophet's Birthday | Religious |
2026 Holiday Summary
Total public holidays: 5
National holidays: 2
Religious holidays: 3
Weekend days: Friday & Saturday
About Public Holidays in Sudan
Sudan's public holiday calendar reflects the country's independence history and Islamic heritage. Independence Day on 1 January marks Sudan's independence in 1956, making it one of the first African nations to gain independence from colonial rule. Islamic religious holidays follow the Hijri calendar and include Eid Al-Fitr, Eid Al-Adha, the Prophet's Birthday, and the Islamic New Year, confirmed through moon sighting. Sudan has experienced significant political and security upheaval in recent years, which has affected the consistent observance of public holidays across the country. Sudan's economy is based on agriculture, livestock, mining, and crop exports, with the standard work week running Sunday through Thursday and the weekend on Friday and Saturday. Islamic holidays such as Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha shift dates annually according to the lunar Hijri calendar, with religious authorities announcing final dates based on moon sighting.
Practical Information for Residents and Visitors
- Public holidays are officially declared, though current conditions may affect sector-wide observance.
- National holidays include Independence Day and Islamic religious holidays.
- Religious holiday dates are determined by official moon sighting.
- Monitoring local developments and official announcements before planning is strongly advised.
Public Holiday Details 2026
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.