Judging by its cultural heritage centered on hospitality and family, Lebanon is truly a country for all seasons. Even more impressive is its diversity of holidays, which enhances Lebanon’s relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Official Holidays in Lebanon

--New Year’s Day -Jan1
--Ashoura**
--Eid El Fitr **
--Labour Day -May1
-- St.Maroun’s Day -Feb 9
--Martyr’s Day -May6
--Eid El Adha**
-- Resistance and Liberation Day -May 25
--Good Friday (Catholic)*
--Assumption of the Virgin -Aug15
--Easter Monday (Catholic)*
--All Saints’ Day -Nov1
--Good Friday (Orthodox) *
--Independence Day -Nov22
--Easter Sunday (Orthodox)*
--Christmas -Dec25
--Hejira (Muslim New Year)**
--Birthday of the Prophet**.

* These days vary each year.

** These days are Muslim feasts that vary each year according to the Muslim calendar.