Eid al-Fitr (End of Ramadan)
Season or date: Shawwal 1-3 on Hijri calendar
The largest religious celebration marking the end of Ramadan, with family visits and charitable giving.
Festivals in Yemen
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Festivals
Eid al-Adha (Festival of Sacrifice)
Season or date: Dhu al-Hijjah 10-14 on Hijri calendar
Commemorates the completion of Hajj and Prophet Ibrahim's faith, with livestock sacrifices shared among people.
National Unity Day
Season or date: May 22
National holiday celebrating the 1990 north-south unification.
September 26 Revolution Day
Season or date: September 26
Commemorates the overthrow of the monarchy and establishment of the republic with parades and fireworks.
Socotra Island Monsoon Festival
Season or date: Late July
Island event for tourists featuring endemic species observation tours and traditional fishing experiences.
Public holidays
- New Year's Day
- National Unity Day
- September 26 Revolution Day
- Islamic New Year
- Eid al-Fitr
- Eid al-Adha