Wednesday, 25 February 2026
Confirmed — source checked
This is the first listed date for this year; a separate observance date has not been assigned.
Kuwait National Day is observed on 25 February. It celebrates statehood and independence, while the present date also reflects the accession anniversary of Amir Abdullah Al-Salem; it precedes Liberation Day on 26 February.
Bank, office and school arrangements require the applicable authority or institution notice. Missing scope data does not mean open.
Thursday, 25 February 2027 · Estimated / awaiting confirmation
Next listed holiday day on or after today; this can be a closure day rather than the festival date.
Recorded confirmation and independent source review are shown separately. An institution-specific notice does not establish closure for every employer or school.
Official holiday calendar or legal framework
Confirmed · Scope: public · Checked 2026-09-30
Confirmed by the current official calendar or governing rule. Article 68 of the Labour Law defines paid holidays; lunar dates and government rest-day arrangements require Cabinet or Civil Service confirmation.
The Civil Service Commission announces closure for ministries and public bodies; entities with special duties determine coverage separately.
Central Bank closure notices confirm the banking arrangements for the national-holiday period.
Public and private education schedules follow official ministry decisions for the paired national celebrations.
Kuwait became independent in 1961. Early celebrations were held on 19 June, but an Amiri decree moved National Day to 25 February from 1965.
The day expresses sovereignty, unity and loyalty to the state and its institutions.
Flag displays, illuminations, cultural programs and public gatherings appear across all six governorates.
Expect major crowding and road controls, especially near waterfront celebration areas.
It is 25 February.
Independence was achieved in 1961; the celebration was later moved from 19 June to 25 February.
No. Liberation Day follows on 26 February.
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