Maldives public holidays in 2026 and 2027 — what travellers need to know

The impact differs sharply between a private resort and a local island. During Ramadan and Eid, government and local services change hours while resorts usually maintain guest operations.

Key takeaway: A resort trip may remain easy, but on local islands the itinerary should consciously account for Ramadan and Eid.

Public-holiday calendar for 2026 and 2027

Calendar coverage: The 2026 calendar is based on an official publication. We will not publish 2027 dates until a comparable official source is available.

2026

Date	Day	Holiday	Notes
1 January	Thursday	New Year's Day
5 February	Thursday	People's Majlis Opening Day
18 February	Wednesday	First Day of Ramadan
20 March – 22 March	Friday	Eid al-Fitr	multi-day holiday
1 May	Friday	Labour Day
10 May	Sunday	Children's Day
24 May – 25 May	Sunday	Eid al-Adha	multi-day holiday
26 May	Tuesday	Hajj Day
27 May – 30 May	Wednesday	Eid al-Adha	multi-day holiday
16 June	Tuesday	Islamic New Year
26 July – 27 July	Sunday	Independence Day	multi-day holiday
14 August	Friday	Maldives National Day
25 August	Tuesday	Mawlid
24 September	Thursday	The Day Maldives Embraced Islam
3 November	Tuesday	Victory Day
11 November	Wednesday	Republic Day

2027

The official calendar for this year has not yet been published. We do not fill the gap with predictions presented as confirmed dates.

Which periods affect travel most?

Ramadan

In 2026 official working hours were reduced to 09:00–13:00 and government offices closed for the final ten days, while essential services were maintained.

Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha

These create several days off and local celebrations. Confirm domestic flights and boat transfers directly with the operator or resort.

National holidays

Independence Day, National Day, Victory Day and Republic Day mainly affect public offices and services on inhabited islands.

Shops, transport and attractions

During Ramadan, public offices and local services work shorter hours and some activity shifts into the evening.
Resorts generally maintain guest services, but ferries, offices and shops on local islands follow holiday schedules.
Government offices, banks and schools generally close; private businesses set their own hours.

Local customs and etiquette

On local islands respect fasting and dress modestly away from designated bikini beaches. Resorts and inhabited islands follow different rules, so ask your accommodation about local practice.

How to plan your trip

Confirm airport transfers, ferries or boats directly with the operator.
On local islands respect fasting and altered meal times.
Two or three days before a visit, check the official hours of the attraction or operator.

Combine the calendar with the weather

Check the 14-day forecast, monthly climate and best time to visit Maldives.

Maldives weather

Sources and data coverage

The 2026 calendar is based on an official publication. We will not publish 2027 dates until a comparable official source is available. Calendar data checked: 13 July 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

Is it worth visiting Maldives during public holidays?

A resort trip may remain easy, but on local islands the itinerary should consciously account for Ramadan and Eid.

Do shops and public transport operate on holidays in Maldives?

During Ramadan, public offices and local services work shorter hours and some activity shifts into the evening. Resorts generally maintain guest services, but ferries, offices and shops on local islands follow holiday schedules. Government offices, banks and schools generally close; private businesses set their own hours.

Can religious holiday dates change?

Yes. Dates based on a lunar calendar may be confirmed or adjusted by the relevant authorities. We label such entries as estimates and recommend checking again before departure.