Egyptian Exchange (EGX) Holidays 2026
Egypt14:09 GMT+3
14 full closures · 0 early close days
NEXT HOLIDAY
Revolution Day
Thursday, July 23, 2026
23
days away
2026 Holiday Calendar — Full Schedule14 total dates
| Date | Day | Holiday | Status | Trading Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | Thursday | New Year's Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-01-25 | Sunday | Revolution Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-03-20 | Friday | Eid al-Fitr (Estimated) | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-03-21 | Saturday | Eid al-Fitr Holiday (Estimated) | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-03-22 | Sunday | Eid al-Fitr Holiday (Estimated) | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-04-25 | Saturday | Sinai Liberation Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-05-01 | Friday | Labour Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-05-27 | Wednesday | Eid al-Adha (Estimated) | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-05-28 | Thursday | Eid al-Adha Holiday (Estimated) | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-05-29 | Friday | Eid al-Adha Holiday (Estimated) | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-06-16 | Tuesday | Islamic New Year (Estimated) | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-07-23 | Thursday | Revolution Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-08-26 | Wednesday | Prophet's Birthday (Estimated) | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-10-06 | Tuesday | Armed Forces Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
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2026 EGX Holidays
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About EGX Trading Hours
Regular Hours: 10:30 – 14:30 (Africa/Cairo)
Country: Egypt
Time Zone: Africa/Cairo
Currency: EGP
Official EGX Website →Frequently Asked Questions
Is EGX closed on weekends?
Yes, EGX is closed on Fridays and Saturdays. Regular trading occurs Sunday – Thursday only.
Does EGX close for lunch?
No, EGX does not have a lunch break. Trading is continuous during the session.
What happens if a holiday falls on a weekend?
Most exchanges observe the holiday on the nearest weekday — a Saturday holiday is usually observed on Friday, and a Sunday holiday on Monday. Check the official schedule for specific adjustments.
How many holidays does EGX observe in 2026?
EGX observes 14 scheduled holidays in 2026, including full market closures and early close days.
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