The legal holidays in Algeria include a number of important public and religious holidays:
New Year's Day (January 1) :
Celebrate the arrival of the New Year, 1 day off.
Berber New Year (Amazigh New Year, usually on January 12) :
This is an important holiday in Berber culture and has one day off.
International Labor Day (May 1) :
1 day off to celebrate the contributions of workers.
National Day (Revolution Day, November 1) :
Celebrates the beginning of the Algerian Revolution, with 1 day off.
In addition, Algeria celebrates a number of important religious festivals, including:
Eid al-Fitr: Marks the end of the month of Ramadan on a date determined according to the Islamic calendar.
Eid al-Adha, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, celebrates the Abrahamic faith and dates are also determined according to the Islamic calendar.
Ashura: On the tenth day of the first month of the Islamic calendar, it is of great religious significance.
Muhammad's birthday (Milad un Nabi) : The birth of the Prophet Muhammad is celebrated on a date according to the Islamic calendar.
These holidays not only reflect Algeria's history and culture, but also provide an opportunity for residents to reunite with their families and celebrate.