Morocco Holiday Overview
Summary:Below is a brief introduction to Morocco's public holidays and special holidays. If you want to transport goods from various places to Morocco, you can choose to avoid these holidays because logistics companies, etc. may not be open.
Public Holidays
New Year's Day:
On January 1st every year, Morocco celebrates the arrival of the new year, just like other
countries in the world.
Independence Manifesto in Morocco: On January 11th every year, it commemorates the
declaration of independence of the Moroccan people in 1944.
Labor Day:
On May 1st every year, it celebrates the workers' holiday, just like other countries in the world.
Throne Day:
On July 30th every year, it celebrates the accession of the current King of Morocco, Mohammed VI.
Recovery of the Saharan Territories:
On August 14th every year, it commemorates Morocco's recovery of part of the Western Sahara.
Revolution of the King and the People:
August 20th of each year, commemorating the 1953 uprising of the Moroccan people against French colonial rule.
Youth Day:
August 21st of each year, also the birthday of King Mohammed VI, aims to emphasize the important role of youth in national development.
Green March:
November 6th of each year, commemorating the peaceful entry of Moroccan people into the Western Sahara in 1975.
Independence Day:
November 18th of each year, commemorating the official declaration of Morocco's independence.
Special Holidays
Yennayer:
This is the traditional New Year of the Berbers in Morocco. The date is not fixed, usually in mid-January. The Berbers are the indigenous people of Morocco. This festival marks the beginning of a new agricultural year. People will hold various celebrations, such as singing and dancing performances, traditional food, etc.
Marrakech International Film Festival:
It is one of Morocco's most famous cultural events and is held in Marrakech every December. The festival attracts filmmakers from all over the world and provides a platform for cultural exchange in Morocco.
Festival of Roses:
Usually held in May, mainly in the Vallée des Roses area. This festival celebrates the rose harvest with grand parades, singing and dancing performances and traditional markets.
Whether shipping companies, airlines, freight forwarding companies, railways, express delivery and logistics companies are open for work depends on the policies of the specific companies. The business hours and services provided by the above companies may be affected.