Yennayer 2976 — January 14, 2026

Yennayer (ⵉⵏⵏⴰⵢⵔ in Tifinagh) is the Amazigh New Year, celebrated every year on January 14. Since 2020, it is an official public holiday.

The Amazigh era begins in 950 BC, the year when the Berber king Sheshonq I acceded to the throne of Egypt.

Traditions

• Couscous soup with seven vegetables
• Tagine with dried legumes
• Cultural ceremonies and Amazigh music concerts