Public holidays in Nigeria
Public holiday dates are listed below.
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day |
| Friday, March 20, 2026 | Id el Fitr |
| Saturday, March 21, 2026 | Id el Fitr |
| Friday, April 3, 2026 | Good Friday |
| Monday, April 6, 2026 | Easter Monday |
| Friday, May 1, 2026 | Worker's Day |
| Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | Children's Day |
| Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | Id el Kabir |
| Thursday, May 28, 2026 | Id el Kabir |
| Friday, June 12, 2026 | Democracy Day |
| Tuesday, June 16, 2026 | Islamic New Year |
| Tuesday, August 25, 2026 | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) |
| Thursday, October 1, 2026 | Independence Day |
| Sunday, November 1, 2026 | National Youth Day |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day |
| Saturday, December 26, 2026 | Boxing Day |
About this calendar
This calendar includes public holidays and substitute days for Nigeria from 2026 through 2031. Regional and employer closures can differ. Islamic dates and future government-announced workday swaps can change after local announcements.