01 January 2026
New Year’s Day
Marks the beginning of the calendar year. Celebrations typically include fireworks and gatherings with friends or family.
Shops & Businesses: Mostly open; banks and government offices closed.
11 January 2026
Proclamation of Independence Day
Commemorates the presentation of the 1944 Independence Manifesto, a key moment in Morocco's independence movement.
Shops & Businesses: Mostly open; public institutions closed.
14 January 2026
Amazigh New Year
Celebrates the Amazigh (Berber) New Year and the country's indigenous cultural heritage. Recognized as an official public holiday.
Shops & Businesses: Mostly open; government offices closed.
22 March 2026 - 01 April 2026
Eid al-Fitr
Religious holiday marking the end of Ramadan, celebrated with prayers, family visits and festive meals.
Shops & Businesses: Largely closed on the first day; limited activity on following days. Tourist services may operate with reduced hours.
01 May 2026
Labour Day
International workers' day, sometimes marked by organized gatherings or demonstrations.
Shops & Businesses: Mostly closed; essential services and some shops remain open.
07 June 2026 - 09 June 2026
Eid al-Adha
One of the most important religious holidays in Morocco, commemorating the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son. Strongly family-oriented.
Shops & Businesses: Almost all shops closed, especially on the first two days. Limited transportation and services.
27 June 2026
Hijra New Year
Marks the Islamic New Year and the migration (Hijra) of the Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina.
Shops & Businesses: Mostly open; government offices closed.
30 July 2026
Throne Day
Celebrates the enthronement of His Majesty King Mohammed VI. Marked by official ceremonies and public celebrations.
Shops & Businesses: Partially open; public offices closed, tourist areas generally active.
14 August 2026
Oued Ed-Dahab Day
Commemorates the reintegration of Oued Ed-Dahab (Dakhla region) into Morocco in 1979.
Shops & Businesses: Mostly open; government offices closed.
20 August 2026
Revolution Day
Honors the 1953 revolution led by King Mohammed V and the Moroccan people against colonial rule.
Shops & Businesses: Mostly open; public institutions closed.
21 August 2026
Youth Day
Celebrates the birthday of King Mohammed VI and highlights the role of youth in national development.
Shops & Businesses: Mostly open; public offices closed.
05 September 2026
The Prophet’s Birthday
Religious holiday commemorating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad, observed with prayers and gatherings.
Shops & Businesses: Partially closed; reduced activity in city centers.
31 October 2026
Unity Day
Commemorates Morocco's territorial integrity and historical developments related to the Western Sahara.
Shops & Businesses: Mostly open; government offices closed.
06 November 2026
Green March Day
Marks the 1975 Green March, a major event in Morocco's modern history asserting sovereignty over the Sahara.
Shops & Businesses: Mostly open; official ceremonies may affect traffic.
18 November 2026
Independence Day
National Day celebrating Morocco's independence from French and Spanish rule in 1956.
Shops & Businesses: Partially open; public offices closed.
