Eid al-Fitr
Nationwide public holiday in Albania · Dita e Bajramit të Madh
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 20 March | Friday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2027 | 9 March | Tuesday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Albania.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Take Monday 8 March off and get 4 days in a row (Sat 6 Mar – Tue 9 Mar).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Tirana around 9 March: high 10°C (51°F), low 2°C (36°F), rain on 47% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Tirana. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Tuesday 9 March in Tirana: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Albania
Sunday, 14 March 2027
Eid al-Fitr in other countries
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Kosovo
North Macedonia
Afghanistan
Algeria
Azerbaijan
Bahrain
Bangladesh
Benin
Brunei
Burkina Faso
Burundi
More for Albania
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.