Kingdom of Morocco Public Holidays 2025
Kingdom of Morocco has 13 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 |
| 11 Jan | Sat | Anniversary of the Independence Manifesto | 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 |
| 30 Jul | Wed | Feast of the Throne | public |
| 14 Aug | Thu | Anniversary of the Recovery Oued Ed-Dahab | public |
| 20 Aug | Wed | Anniversary of the Revolution of the King and the People | public |
| 21 Aug | Thu | Youth Day | public |
| 4 Sep | Thu | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) | public |
| 6 Nov | Thu | Anniversary of the Green March | public |
| 18 Nov | Tue | Independence Day | public |
About Kingdom of Morocco's Holidays
Morocco mixes national, public, and cultural holidays that mark history, faith, and identity. Important national days honor the king, independence, and territorial unity. These are public holidays where schools and many offices close.
Religious holidays follow the Islamic calendar and move each year. Big events like the end of Ramadan and the festival of sacrifice are times for family, feasting, and prayer. The holy month of Ramadan is widely observed with fasting by day and nightly gatherings.
Cultural celebrations highlight Amazigh heritage, music, and local traditions. Festivals and public events bring people together to celebrate language, art, and community, often with parades, music, and traditional food.
Holiday Traditions
In Morocco people celebrate holidays with strong family ties and respect for tradition. Many gatherings start with greetings, visits to relatives, and prayers at home or at the mosque. Respect for elders is important.
Food plays a big role in celebrations. Families share large meals with special dishes like couscous, tagine, and sweet pastries. Tea is served often. Preparing food together helps people talk, laugh, and feel close.
Customs include giving gifts, wearing new clothes, applying henna for women, and performing music and dance. Charity and welcoming guests are common. Children often receive small treats or money.
Public life becomes festive with markets, decorations, and communal feasts. Towns may hold cultural performances, parades, and fireworks. Hospitality and joy are central to Moroccan holiday life.
Travel Tips
During the holiday season many government offices and banks close. Some shops and smaller businesses shut for a day or two. Major hotels and many tourist sites usually stay open but hours can change without much notice.
Trains and long distance buses can be crowded or run less often. Domestic flights get busier and more expensive. Book tickets and intercity transfers early. Allow extra time for travel and expect delays at stations and airports.
City centers, markets and popular sites get very busy in evenings and on holiday days. Coastal and rural areas may be quieter. Public services like post offices and some clinics may be limited.
Bring some cash, confirm opening hours with hotels, respect local customs, and keep plans flexible in case of sudden closures or crowds.