2026 Samoa Holidays
See public holidays in Samoa for 2026, with official dates, observances, and key calendar events throughout the year.
Total Holidays
Holidays in 2026
Busiest Month
3 holidays
This Month
Holidays this month
About Samoa holidays in 2026
In 2026, Samoa observes a variety of holidays, including significant cultural and religious observances. The year begins with New Year's Day and the Day After New Year's Day, offering a brief period to start the year. The Easter period in April brings several holidays, including Good Friday, the Day After Good Friday, and Easter Monday. Samoa also celebrates its Independence Day on June 1st. Observances such as Mother's Day and Father's Day are recognized, along with the unique Lotu a Tamaiti in October. The year concludes with Christmas Day.
Holiday Distribution by Month
Holiday dates
| Date | Day | Holiday Name |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| January 2, 2026 | Friday | Day After New Year's Day |
| March 21, 2026 | Saturday | March Equinox |
| April 3, 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| April 4, 2026 | Saturday | Day After Good Friday |
| April 6, 2026 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| May 11, 2026 | Monday | Mother's Day |
| June 1, 2026 | Monday | Independence Day |
| June 21, 2026 | Sunday | June Solstice |
| August 10, 2026 | Monday | Father's Day |
| September 23, 2026 | Wednesday | September Equinox |
| October 12, 2026 | Monday | Lotu a Tamaiti |
| December 22, 2026 | Tuesday | December Solstice |
| December 25, 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day |
Planning around Samoa holidays in 2026
- Note the concentration of holidays in April, including the Easter period.
- Be aware of the early June holiday for Independence Day.
- Consider the year-end holidays in December.
Holiday patterns in 2026
The holiday calendar for Samoa in 2026 shows a notable cluster in April, driven by the Easter observances. January also begins with two consecutive holidays. Following this, the year features more dispersed holidays, with several occurring in June, August, September, and October.
The latter part of the year sees a smaller number of holidays, with Christmas Day marking the final observance. The months of February, July, and November are notably quiet, with no public holidays scheduled.
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