Morocco has a mix of national holidays with fixed dates and religious holidays that follow the lunar calendar. Knowing them helps you avoid closed shops, crowded transport and booking surprises.
This guide lists the main holidays and explains how to plan around them.
These include New Year’s Day, the Independence Manifesto anniversary, the Amazigh New Year, Labour Day, Throne Day, the Oued Ed-Dahab anniversary, the Revolution of the King and the People, Youth Day, the Green March and Independence Day.
Banks and public offices close on these days, while tourist places usually stay open.
Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, the Islamic New Year and the Prophet’s birthday follow the lunar calendar, so their dates move earlier each year. Local authorities confirm them close to the date.
Read our Ramadan travel guide for what to expect during the fasting month.
Around major holidays, many Moroccans travel to see family, so trains, buses and roads can be busy. Some shops and restaurants close for a day or more, especially during Eid al-Adha.
Holidays are a good chance to see local traditions, but be respectful and flexible. Our etiquette guide explains how to behave during religious celebrations.
Book guides, drivers and accommodation early for busy periods, and keep some flexibility in your schedule. A private team can adjust your plan when a holiday changes opening hours.
See our itinerary guide to build a trip that works around them.
Religious holidays do, because they follow the lunar calendar; national holidays have fixed dates.
Many are, but hours can change, so it is best to confirm ahead.
Transport and accommodation can be busier, so book early.
Banks and offices are, while many shops and markets stay open.
Not necessarily, but plan ahead and stay flexible.
Our private team adapts your itinerary to dates, opening hours and local events.
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