Côte d'Ivoire Public Holidays
Côte d'Ivoire observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
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2026 holidays
A quick look at public holidays in Côte d'Ivoire.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year |
| Feb 18 | Wednesday | Ramadan Start |
| Mar 16 | Monday | Day After Laila tou-Kadr |
| Mar 20 | Friday | Aid el-Fitr |
| Mar 20 | Friday | March Equinox |
| Apr 6 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| May 1 | Friday | Labor Day |
| May 14 | Thursday | Ascension Day |
| May 25 | Monday | Whit Monday |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Aid el-Kebir |
| Jun 21 | Sunday | June Solstice |
| Aug 7 | Friday | Independence Day |
| Aug 15 | Saturday | Assumption of Mary |
| Aug 26 | Wednesday | The Prophet's Birthday |
| Sep 23 | Wednesday | September Equinox |
About public holidays in Côte d'Ivoire
Côte d'Ivoire observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Some holidays are observed nationwide, while others may apply only to specific regions or communities.
Use the year pages above to see the full holiday calendar.
About public holidays in Côte d'Ivoire
This guide provides an overview of public holidays in Côte d'Ivoire for 2026. Public holidays are days when most businesses and government offices are closed, allowing people to observe religious or national events. You can find definitions of public holidays on our Public Holidays Explained page.
For a comprehensive list of all observed holidays in Côte d'Ivoire for 2026, including regional observances and non-public holidays, please visit our Côte d'Ivoire Holidays 2026 page.
Major public holidays in 2026
In 2026, Côte d'Ivoire observes a variety of national and religious holidays. Key dates include New Year's Day, Easter Monday, and Independence Day.
Other significant observances throughout the year include Islamic holidays such as Ramadan Start, Day After Laila tou-Kadr, Aid el-Fitr, Aid el-Kebir, and The Prophet's Birthday, as well as Christian holidays like Ascension Day and Assumption of Mary. For a complete list, refer to the Côte d'Ivoire Holidays 2026 page.
- New Year — 1 January 2026. Marks the beginning of the Gregorian calendar year.
- Easter Monday — 6 April 2026. A Christian holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
- Labor Day — 1 May 2026. Celebrates workers and their contributions.
- Independence Day — 7 August 2026. Commemorates Côte d'Ivoire's independence from France.
- All Saints Day — 1 November 2026. A Christian solemnity honoring all saints.
- Christmas Day — 25 December 2026. Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.
Planning around holidays
Public holidays in Côte d'Ivoire often fall on fixed dates or follow lunar calendars, which can affect their placement within the Gregorian year. Understanding these patterns can help in planning travel or business activities.
- Seasonal Pattern: Islamic holidays, such as Ramadan Start and Aid el-Fitr, shift annually based on the lunar calendar. Christian holidays like Easter Monday and Ascension Day are tied to the date of Easter, which also varies.
- Fixed Dates: Several holidays, including New Year's Day, Labor Day, Independence Day, All Saints Day, and Christmas Day, are observed on the same date each year.
- Equinoxes and Solstices: Astronomical events like the March Equinox, June Solstice, September Equinox, and December Solstice are noted but may not always be public holidays.
- Observances: Some holidays, like National Peace Day, may have an observed date that differs from the official date, especially if the official date falls on a weekend.
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