Yennayer is a public holiday in Algeria and Morocco on 12th January. It marks the start of the Berber New Year.
Listed below are the countries who observe Yennayer as a public holiday. If the holiday is observed over several days, these are listed below.
Monday January 12th 2026
| Country | Name |
|---|---|
 Algeria |
Yennayer |
Wednesday January 14th 2026
| Country | Name |
|---|---|
 Morocco |
Amazigh New Year |
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