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Maldives Holidays 2026 – Complete Guide - Today Holidays
Maldives Holidays 2026 Calendar
Complete list of Maldives national holidays, government holidays, and public holidays for 2026. This calendar includes all major festivals, bank holidays, and government holidays observed across Maldives.
Important celebrations like Independence Day (Jul 26), Republic Day (Nov 11), Victory Day (Nov 3), and Eid-ul-Fithr (Mar 20-22) are marked. Islamic festival dates marked as "Tentative" depend on moon sightings and may vary by one day.
January 2026
Thursday1 January
New Year's Day
February 2026
Thursday5 February
Majlis Presidential Address
March 2026
Wednesday18 March
Ramadan Start
Friday20 March
March Equinox
Friday20 March
Eid-ul-Fithr Tentative
Saturday21 March
Eid-ul-Fithr Holiday Tentative
Sunday22 March
Eid-ul-Fithr Holiday Tentative
May 2026
Friday1 May
Labor Day
Tuesday26 May
Hajj Day Tentative
Wednesday27 May
Eid-ul Al'haa Tentative
Thursday28 May
Eid-ul Al'haa Holiday Tentative
Friday29 May
Eid-ul Al'haa Holiday Tentative
Saturday30 May
Eid-ul Al'haa Holiday Tentative
June 2026
Wednesday17 June
Muharram Tentative
Sunday21 June
June Solstice
July 2026
Sunday26 July
Independence Day
Monday27 July
Independence Day Holiday
August 2026
Saturday15 August
National Day Tentative
Wednesday26 August
Milad un Nabi Tentative
September 2026
Monday14 September
The Day Maldives Embraced Islam Tentative
Wednesday23 September
September Equinox
November 2026
Tuesday3 November
Victory Day
Wednesday11 November
Republic Day
December 2026
Tuesday22 December
December Solstice
Maldives Holidays 2026 – Complete Guide
Maldives Holidays 2026: Maldives, a nation of islands with deep Islamic traditions and a proud national identity, observes a mix of fixed national holidays and Islamic festivals that follow the lunar calendar. In 2026, the Maldives will celebrate several important days that reflect its culture, religion, and history.
Major Public Holidays in Maldives 2026
Date
Day
Holiday Name
Jan 1
Thursday
New Year’s Day
Feb 17
Tuesday
Ramadan Start (Tentative)
Mar 19
Thursday
Eid-ul-Fithr (Tentative)
Mar 20–21
Fri–Sat
Eid-ul-Fithr Holidays
Apr 30
Thursday
Labour Day / May Day
May 25
Monday
Hajj Day (Tentative)
May 26–28
Tue–Thu
Eid-ul-Al’haa Holidays
Jun 16
Tuesday
Islamic New Year
Jul 26
Sunday
Independence Day
Nov 3
Tuesday
Victory Day
Nov 11
Wednesday
Republic Day
Dec 31
Thursday
National Day
Cultural Importance of Maldives Holidays
Islamic Festivals: Eid-ul-Fithr and Eid-ul-Al’haa are the most significant religious holidays, celebrated nationwide with prayers, feasts, and family gatherings.
National Identity: Independence Day, Victory Day, and Republic Day highlight the Maldives’ political milestones and sovereignty.
Community Spirit: Labour Day and National Day reflect unity, resilience, and respect for workers and historical struggles.
Tourism Impact: Many holidays, especially Eid celebrations, attract tourists who want to experience Maldivian culture.
FAQs on Maldives Holidays 2026
Q1. Which is the most important holiday in Maldives? Eid-ul-Al’haa (Eid al-Adha) is considered the most important festival, celebrated with prayers, sacrifices, and family gatherings.
Q2. When is Maldives Independence Day in 2026? It falls on July 26, 2026, marking the country’s freedom from British rule.
Q3. Do Islamic holidays have fixed dates? No, they follow the lunar calendar and may shift by a day depending on moon sighting.
Conclusion
Maldives’ 2026 holiday calendar beautifully blends Islamic traditions with national pride. From Eid celebrations to Independence Day, each holiday reflects the country’s cultural richness and historical journey. For travelers, students, and professionals, knowing these dates ensures better planning and deeper appreciation of Maldivian life.
Note:
• Dates for Islamic holidays (Eid-ul-Fithr, Eid-ul Al'haa, Hajj Day, Muharram, Milad un Nabi) are tentative and subject to moon sighting. Actual dates may vary by one day.
• Some holidays like The Day Maldives Embraced Islam are unique to Maldives and its rich cultural heritage.
• This list includes all national and government holidays observed across Maldives.