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ARNew Year's Day 2026 — Morocco
رأس السنة الميلادية — January 1st
New Year's Day falls on a Thursday in 2026. Taking Friday January 2 off gives you 4 consecutive days off (Thu 1 → Sun 4 January) with just 1 day of leave.
See the long weekend calculatorNew Year's Day in Morocco: traditions and context
January 1st is the first day of the Gregorian calendar and an official paid public holiday in Morocco under Article 274 of the Labour Code. New Year's Eve celebrations have grown increasingly popular in Moroccan cities, with fireworks, concerts and festive dinners.
New Year's Eve celebrations in Morocco
- Fireworks in major cities — especially along Casablanca's Corniche
- Gala dinners in hotels and restaurants with special New Year menus
- Concerts and events in cultural venues and clubs
- Family gatherings with festive meals
Yennayer: the Amazigh New Year, 13 days later
Not to be confused with Yennayer, the Amazigh (Berber) New Year, celebrated on January 13 or 14 depending on the region. Since 2024, Yennayer is also an official public holiday in Morocco — meaning two New Year celebrations in early January. This reflects Morocco's official recognition of Amazigh identity as a fundamental component of its national heritage.
New Year's Day 2026, 2027, 2028
- 2026: Thursday January 1 — potential bridge on Friday 2
- 2027: Friday January 1 — automatic 3-day weekend
- 2028: Saturday January 1 — 3-day weekend