Adwa Victory Day
Nationwide public holiday in Ethiopia · የአድዋ ድል በዓል
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 March | Monday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 2 March | Tuesday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Ethiopia.
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 1 March off and get 4 days in a row (Sat 27 Feb – Tue 2 Mar).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Addis Ababa around 2 March: high 26°C (79°F), low 11°C (52°F), rain on 32% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Addis Ababa. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Tuesday 2 March in Addis Ababa: (MET Norway)
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.