Libya Public Holidays 2025
Libya has 10 public holidays and 0 observances in 2025. Explore the full holiday calendar below.
All Holidays
| Date | Day | Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Feb | Mon | Revolution Day | public |
| 30 Mar | Sun | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | public |
| 1 May | Thu | Labour Day | public |
| 5 Jun | Thu | Arafat Day | public |
| 6 Jun | Fri | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | public |
| 26 Jun | Thu | Islamic New Year | public |
| 4 Sep | Thu | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) | public |
| 16 Sep | Tue | Martyrs' Day | public |
| 23 Oct | Thu | Liberation Day | public |
| 24 Dec | Wed | Independence Day | public |
About Libya's Holidays
Libya marks a few strong national days that unite people. These include Independence and major revolution anniversaries that remember the country coming together and political change. Such days are public holidays with ceremonies, speeches, and time off work.
Religious holidays are the most widely observed. The Islamic month of Ramadan is a quiet, reflective time. Eid al Fitr and Eid al Adha are festive, family focused holidays with meals, visiting relatives, and charity. The Islamic calendar also brings the new year and the Prophet Muhammad s birthday.
Other public days include Labor Day and state commemorations. Many dates move year to year because Islamic holidays follow the lunar calendar, and the government sometimes announces official observances close to the event.
Holiday Traditions
In Libya, holidays bring families together. People clean and decorate their homes, wear nice clothes, and visit relatives. Children often receive sweets and small gifts. Respect for elders is shown by greeting them first and sharing food around large tables.
Traditional foods are important. Families cook dishes like rice with meat, stews, and sweet pastries. Tea and coffee are served to guests throughout the day. Meals are shared slowly so everyone can talk and enjoy each bite.
Public celebrations mix music, dancing, and community gatherings. In towns people meet in squares or near the coast. Neighbors greet each other warmly. Some events include prayers or moments of reflection, showing both faith and national pride.
Travel Tips
Visiting Libya (ly) during the holiday season means many government offices, banks, and shops close for several days. Tourist sites may have limited hours. Plan around possible sudden closures to avoid surprises.
Public transport and intercity buses run less often. Flights may be full or rescheduled. Taxis work but expect longer waits in cities and near airports during peak travel days.
Markets and restaurants get very busy before holidays. Book hotels and transport early. Carry extra cash since some ATMs may be offline and card acceptance can be limited.
Respect local customs and dress codes. Keep copies of travel documents. Allow extra time for moving between places and stay flexible with plans.