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2026 Burundi Holidays

View all public holidays and observances in Burundi for 2026, including national holidays, bank closures, and major cultural dates.

Total Holidays

20

Holidays in 2026

Busiest Month

May

3 holidays

This Month

2

Holidays this month

Next Holiday

Independence Day

5 days away

About Burundi holidays in 2026

In 2026, Burundi observes a variety of national holidays and significant dates. These include religious observances such as Ramadan Start, Eid ul Fitr, Ascension Day, and Eid al-Adha, alongside national commemorations like Unity Day, Independence Day, and days honoring past presidents. The year also marks astronomical events like equinoxes and solstices, which are noted on the calendar.

Holiday Distribution by Month

Holiday dates

DateDayHoliday Name
January 1, 2026ThursdayNew Year
February 5, 2026ThursdayUnity Day
February 18, 2026WednesdayRamadan Start
March 20, 2026FridayEid ul Fitr
March 20, 2026FridayMarch Equinox
April 6, 2026MondayPresident Ntaryamira Day
May 1, 2026FridayLabour Day
May 14, 2026ThursdayAscension Day
May 27, 2026WednesdayEid al-Adha
June 8, 2026MondayPresident Pierre Nkurunziza Day
June 21, 2026SundayJune Solstice
July 1, 2026WednesdayIndependence Day
August 15, 2026SaturdayAssumption of Mary
September 23, 2026WednesdaySeptember Equinox
October 13, 2026TuesdayPrince Louis Rwagasore Day
October 21, 2026WednesdayPresident Ndadaye's Day
November 1, 2026SundayAll Saints' Day
November 2, 2026MondayDay off for All Saints' Day
December 21, 2026MondayDecember Solstice
December 25, 2026FridayChristmas Day

Planning around Burundi holidays in 2026

  • Several holidays are clustered in May, potentially impacting business operations.
  • Note the proximity of Eid ul Fitr and the March Equinox.
  • All Saints' Day is followed by a day off, creating a short break in early November.

Holiday patterns in 2026

Burundi's holiday calendar in 2026 shows a notable concentration of observances in May, with three holidays falling within the month. This period includes religious festivals and a national day of observance.

The year features a relatively even distribution of holidays across most months, with a few months having only one observance. The latter part of the year includes several days dedicated to national figures and religious events.

The calendar includes both internationally recognized religious holidays and days specifically commemorating Burundian history and leaders, reflecting a blend of cultural and national significance.

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