Public holidays in Libya, 2026
10 public holidays, 10 of them on a weekday - days when the verdict for Libya drops from PING to MAYBE. Next up: Independence Day on Thursday 24 December.
2026 dates
| Date | Holiday | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 17 February | Revolution Day | Tuesday |
| 20 March | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Friday |
| 1 May | Labour Day | Friday |
| 26 May | Arafat Day | Tuesday |
| 27 May | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | Wednesday |
| 16 June | Islamic New Year | Tuesday |
| 25 August | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) | Tuesday |
| 16 September | Martyrs' Day | Wednesday |
| 23 October | Liberation Day | Friday |
| 24 December | Independence Day | Thursday |
Questions
How many public holidays does Libya have in 2026?
10 nationwide public holidays, 10 falling on a weekday. Regional holidays are not included.
What is the next public holiday in Libya?
Independence Day, on Thursday 24 December 2026.
Should I message colleagues on a public holiday?
Asleep marks public holidays as MAYBE: people may be reachable, but don’t expect a reply. Schedule-send for the next working day if it can wait.