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Public Holidays in Morocco 2013

Total Public Holidays

9

Weekday: 9Saturday: 0Sunday: 0

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Working Days: 252

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Note: Some public holidays are based on the Islamic (Hijri) calendar. Their exact dates may vary slightly depending on official moon sightings or government announcements. Final dates are usually confirmed shortly before the holiday.

Public Holidays in Morocco 2013

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    Ras l' âmPublic holiday

    New Year's Day

    Nationwide

    Take Jan 2–Jan 4 off

    Days off: Jan 1–66-day weekend
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    Takdim watikat al-istiqlalPublic holiday

    Proclamation of Independence

    Nationwide

    Take Jan 10 off

    Days off: Jan 10–134-day weekend
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    Eid Ash-ShughlPublic holiday

    Labour Day

    Nationwide

    Take Apr 29, Apr 30, May 2, May 3 off

    Days off: Apr 27–May 59-day weekend
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    Eid Al-ÂrchPublic holiday

    Enthronement

    Nationwide

    Take Jul 29, Jul 31 off

    Days off: Jul 27–315-day weekend
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    Oued Ed-Dahab DayPublic holiday

    Zikra Oued Ed-Dahab

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    Thawrat al malik wa shâabPublic holiday

    Revolution of the King and the People

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    Take Aug 19, Aug 22, Aug 23 off

    Days off: Aug 17–259-day weekend
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    Eid Al ChababPublic holiday

    Youth Day

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    Take Aug 19, Aug 22, Aug 23 off

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    Eid Al Massira Al KhadraPublic holiday

    Green March

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    Eid Al IstiqulalPublic holiday

    Independence Day

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    Take Nov 19 off

    Days off: Nov 16–194-day weekend

Public Holidays in Morocco

Ras l' âm

1 Jan 2013

New Year's Day (Ras l'am, January 1) marks the beginning of the calendar year in Morocco. While it is less culturally significant than religious holidays, it is observed as a public holiday. Many businesses and public offices are closed, and the day is generally calm and low-key.

Takdim watikat al-istiqlal

11 Jan 2013

Independence Manifesto Day (Takdim watikat al-istiqlal, January 11) commemorates the presentation of the Independence Manifesto in 1944, a key moment in Morocco's struggle against colonial rule. The day honors national unity and the independence movement and is marked by official ceremonies and educational events.

Eid Ash-Shughl

1 May 2013

Labour Day (Eid Ash-Shughl, May 1) honors workers and labor rights in Morocco. It is observed nationwide with trade union events, public demonstrations, and speeches. Many businesses and government offices are closed, and workers participate in organized marches in major cities.

Eid Al-Ârch

30 Jul 2013

Throne Day (Eid Al-Arch, July 30) celebrates the accession of the current monarch to the throne and is one of Morocco's most important national holidays. The day is marked by official ceremonies, royal speeches, and nationwide celebrations. It reflects loyalty to the monarchy and national unity.

Oued Ed-Dahab Day

14 Aug 2013

Oued Ed-Dahab Day (Zikra Oued Ed-Dahab, August 14) commemorates the reintegration of the Oued Ed-Dahab region into Morocco in 1979. It highlights national territorial unity and sovereignty and is observed with official events and public commemorations.

Thawrat al malik wa shâab

20 Aug 2013

Revolution of the King and the People (Thawrat al-Malik wa ash-Sha'b, August 20) marks the 1953 uprising against colonial authorities and symbolizes the alliance between the Moroccan monarchy and the people. It is an important historical day celebrated with official ceremonies, speeches, and cultural events.

Eid Al Chabab

21 Aug 2013

Youth Day (Eid Al Chabab, August 21) coincides with the birthday of King Mohammed VI and celebrates the role of young people in Morocco's future. It is observed nationwide and often associated with youth-focused initiatives, cultural activities, and public celebrations.

Eid Al Massira Al Khadra

6 Nov 2013

Green March (Eid Al Massira Al Khadra, November 6) commemorates the 1975 peaceful mass march that asserted Moroccan claims over the Sahara region. The holiday is a powerful symbol of national unity and is marked by official ceremonies and patriotic events.

Eid Al Istiqulal

18 Nov 2013

Independence Day (Eid Al Istiqulal, November 18) celebrates Morocco's independence from French and Spanish rule in 1956. It is one of the most significant national holidays and is marked by official events, speeches, and celebrations throughout the country.

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