Meskel in Ethiopia
In 2026, Meskel falls on Sunday, 27 September 2026.
About Meskel
Meskel is a major religious festival in Ethiopia that commemorates the finding of the True Cross by Queen Helena. The celebration features the lighting of a large bonfire called a Demera, around which the faithful gather for processions and prayers. It is a deeply traditional event that brings together followers of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church.
Meskel dates in Ethiopia
Observance dates for Meskel across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 28 Sep 2023 | Thursday | Meskel |
| 2024 | 27 Sep 2024 | Friday | Meskel |
| 2025 | 27 Sep 2025 | Saturday | Meskel |
| 2026This year | 27 Sep 2026 | Sunday | Meskel |
| 2027 | 28 Sep 2027 | Tuesday | Meskel |
| 2028 | 27 Sep 2028 | Wednesday | Meskel |
| 2029 | 27 Sep 2029 | Thursday | Meskel |
| 2030 | 27 Sep 2030 | Friday | Meskel |
| 2031 | 28 Sep 2031 | Sunday | Meskel |
28 Sep 2023
Thursday · Meskel
27 Sep 2024
Friday · Meskel
27 Sep 2025
Saturday · Meskel
27 Sep 2026
Sunday · Meskel
28 Sep 2027
Tuesday · Meskel
27 Sep 2028
Wednesday · Meskel
27 Sep 2029
Thursday · Meskel
27 Sep 2030
Friday · Meskel
28 Sep 2031
Sunday · Meskel
