Comoros Public Holidays 2025
Comoros has 10 public holidays and 0 observances in 2025. Explore the full holiday calendar below.
All Holidays
| Date | Day | Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Wed | New Year's Day | public |
| 27 Jan | Mon | Laylat al-Mi'raj | public |
| 18 Mar | Tue | Cheikh Al Maarouf Day | public |
| 30 Mar | Sun | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | public |
| 1 May | Thu | Labour Day | public |
| 6 Jun | Fri | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | public |
| 26 Jun | Thu | Islamic New Year | public |
| 6 Jul | Sun | Independence Day | public |
| 4 Sep | Thu | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) | public |
| 12 Nov | Wed | Maore Day | public |
About Comoros's Holidays
Comoros marks a few key national and public holidays that bring people together. Independence Day on July 6 is the main national celebration with speeches, ceremonies, and flags. Labour Day on May 1 is also observed across the islands.
Religious holidays shape the calendar. Most Comorians are Muslim, so Eid al Fitr and Eid al Adha, Ramadan, the Islamic New Year, and the Prophet Muhammad birthday are widely observed with prayers, family meals, and charity.
Cultural life has local festivals, music, weddings, and market days that act like public celebrations. Small Christian communities observe Christmas and New Year, while island traditions and seafaring events add local color to the holiday year.
Holiday Traditions
Holidays in Comoros blend Islamic, French, and local traditions. People dress in colorful clothes and attend mosque prayers or community ceremonies. Music and dance are common, with taarab songs and drum rhythms bringing neighbors together in joyful noise and movement.
Families prepare special meals using coconut, rice, fish, and spicy sauces. Sweets like bonbon and cakes are shared with children and elders. Meals are eaten together on mats or large plates, showing respect and strengthening family bonds during festive times.
Public celebrations include markets, boat processions, and communal feasts. Local leaders and artisans set up stalls, and storytelling or poetry may be performed. The mood is warm and social, focused on hospitality, gratitude, and keeping cultural traditions alive.
Travel Tips
During the holiday season many government offices, banks, and some shops close for several days. Supermarkets and markets may open shorter hours. Plan so you do not need official services while there.
Ferry and public bus schedules can be reduced and less frequent. Domestic flights may fill up early and international flights can sell out. Book transport and interisland travel well in advance.
Expect busy beaches and tourist spots on major holidays. Roads and ports can be crowded. Allow extra time to get to the airport or ferry terminal and keep phone numbers for hotels and transport handy.
Carry enough cash since ATMs can be limited. Pack basic medicines and chargers. Check local calendars and airline notifications for sudden changes before you travel.