South Sudan Public Holidays
South Sudan observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Overview
South Sudan 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.
Explore the holiday calendar for South Sudan by year below.
2026 holidays
A quick look at upcoming holidays in South Sudan.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year |
| Jan 9 | Friday | Peace Agreement Day |
| Feb 14 | Saturday | Valentine's Day |
| Feb 18 | Wednesday | Ramadan Start |
| Mar 8 | Sunday | International Women's Day |
| Mar 20 | Friday | Eid al-Fitr |
| Mar 20 | Friday | March Equinox |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday |
| Apr 4 | Saturday | Holy Saturday |
| Apr 5 | Sunday | Easter Sunday |
| Apr 6 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| May 1 | Friday | May Day |
| May 12 | Tuesday | Mother's Day |
| May 16 | Saturday | SPLA Day |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Eid al-Adha |
Holiday calendar by year
Years are listed in ascending order.