New Year's Day 2025 — Ethiopia
About New Year's Day
New Year's Day is a public holiday in Ethiopia, observed on September 11, 2025 (Thursday) in 2025. As an official public holiday, most government offices, banks, and schools are closed.
In 2025, New Year's Day falls on a Thursday, giving workers a day off during the workweek.
Key Facts
Ethiopia New Year's Day — Date by Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | September 12, 2024 | Thursday |
| 2025 | September 11, 2025 | Thursday |
| 2026 | September 11, 2026 | Friday |
| 2027 | September 11, 2027 | Saturday |
| 2028 | September 12, 2028 | Tuesday |
| 2029 | September 11, 2029 | Tuesday |
| 2030 | September 11, 2030 | Wednesday |
Other Public Holidays in Ethiopia (2025)
Monday, January 6, 2025 Christmas Day Sunday, January 19, 2025 Epiphany Saturday, March 1, 2025 First day of Ramadan Sunday, March 2, 2025 Victory at Adwa Day Friday, March 28, 2025 Day of Lament Sunday, March 30, 2025 End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) Friday, April 18, 2025 Good Friday Sunday, April 20, 2025 Easter Sunday Wednesday, May 28, 2025 Derg Downfall Day Friday, June 6, 2025 Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is New Year's Day in 2025?
New Year's Day in Ethiopia is on September 11, 2025 (Thursday).
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Ethiopia?
Yes, New Year's Day is an official public holiday. Most businesses, government offices, and schools are closed.
How many days until New Year's Day 2025?
New Year's Day 2025 was on September 11, 2025 and has already passed.