Long weekends in Algeria, 2026.
Algeria, 2026: 3 long weekends. 2 cost no leave at all, and 1 day of leave adds one more, for 10 days off in total.
Long weekends that need no leave
- 10 January to 12 January: 3 days off, no leave needed (Amazigh New Year)
- 1 May to 3 May: 3 days off, no leave needed (Labour Day)
Bridge days worth taking
- 1 January to 4 January: 4 days off, take Fri 2 Jan as leave (New Year's Day)
Public holidays in Algeria, 2026
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Thursday 1 January | New Year's Day |
| Monday 12 January | Amazigh New Year |
| Friday 1 May | Labour Day |
| Sunday 5 July | Independence Day |
| Sunday 1 November | Revolution Day |
Quick answers
How many long weekends are there in Algeria in 2026?
Algeria has 2 long weekends in 2026 that need no leave, and 1 more that open up with one or two days of leave.
What is the best bridge day in Algeria in 2026?
New Year's Day: taking 1 day of leave gives 4 days off, from 1 January to 4 January 2026.
How many public holidays does Algeria have in 2026?
Algeria has 5 nationwide public holidays in 2026. 3 of them fall on a weekday.