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Public Holidays in Algeria — 2026
Algeria observes 5 public holidays in 2026. The table below lists every holiday with its local name and whether it applies nationwide.
| Date | Holiday | Local name | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day | Nationwide | |
| Monday, January 12, 2026 | Amazigh New Year | Nationwide | |
| Friday, May 1, 2026 | Labour Day | Nationwide | |
| Sunday, July 5, 2026 | Independence Day | Nationwide | |
| Sunday, November 1, 2026 | Revolution Day | Nationwide |
Working days per month in 2026 (Mon–Fri excluding nationwide holidays)
| Month | Working days |
|---|---|
| January | 20 |
| February | 20 |
| March | 22 |
| April | 22 |
| May | 20 |
| June | 22 |
| July | 23 |
| August | 21 |
| September | 22 |
| October | 22 |
| November | 21 |
| December | 23 |
2027 holidays preview
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Friday, January 1, 2027 | New Year's Day |
| Tuesday, January 12, 2027 | Amazigh New Year |
| Saturday, May 1, 2027 | Labour Day |
| Monday, July 5, 2027 | Independence Day |
| Monday, November 1, 2027 | Revolution Day |
Note: weekend days are assumed to be Saturday and Sunday; some countries use different weekends. Regional holidays may not apply everywhere. Source: Nager.Date open holiday database. Verify critical dates with official government sources.