Abolition of slavery

Public holiday in France

Country overview

Facts

Date
April 27, 2026
Local name
Abolition de l'esclavage
Country
France
Category
COUNTRY_PUBLIC
Type
public, national

What is Abolition of slavery?

Abolition of slavery is observed in France. This page lists known dates and links to related calendars.

Dates can vary by year and source. We normalize data from multiple providers for consistency.

How to observe

  • Check if businesses and schools are closed
  • Plan travel and shipping accordingly
  • Attend public events or parades if available
  • Learn about the historical significance

Dates

YearDateLink
20262026-04-27View 2026 holidays
2026-05-22View 2026 holidays
2026-05-27View 2026 holidays
2026-06-10View 2026 holidays
2026-10-09View 2026 holidays
2026-12-20View 2026 holidays

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