Martyrs' Day
Nationwide public holiday in Tunisia · عيد الشهداء
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 9 April | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 9 April | Friday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Tunisia.
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
Fri 9 Apr – Sun 11 Apr is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Tunis around 9 April: high 21°C (70°F), low 10°C (50°F), rain on 23% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Tunis. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Friday 9 April in Tunis: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Tunisia
Saturday, 1 May 2027
Martyrs' Day in other countries
Burkina Faso
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Eritrea
Libya
Madagascar
Malawi
Mali
Sao Tome and Principe
South Sudan
Togo
Western Sahara
Azerbaijan
More for Tunisia
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.