Public holidays in Libya
The following are public holidays in Libya.
| Date | English name | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| February 17 | 17th of February Revolution | The start of Libyan revolution on 17th of February 2011. |
| October 23 | Liberation Day | Liberation day from Gaddafi regime. |
| December 24 | Independence Day | Anniversary of Libyan independence in 1951. |
In addition, the following Muslim holidays, which may take place at any time of the year, are observed as public holidays:
| Date | English name | Local (Arabic) name | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Muharram | Islamic New Year | رأس السنة الهجرية | Islamic New Year (also known as: Hijri New Year). |
| 9th, 10th Muharram | Day of Ashura | عاشوراء | Commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Hussein. |
| 12th Rabiul Awwal | Prophet Muhammad's birthday | المولد النبوي | Commemorates Prophet Muhammad's birthday, celebrated in most parts of the Muslim world. |
| 1st, 2nd, 3rd Shawwal | Little Feast | عيد الفطر | Commemorates end of Ramadan. |
| 9th Zulhijjah | Arafat Day | يوم عرفة | |
| 10th, 11th, 12th Zulhijjah | Feast of the Sacrifice | عيد الأضحى | Commemorates Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son. Also known as the Big Feast (celebrated from the 10th to 12th). |
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