Below you'll find 2025's official holidays for Benin. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.
Benin Public Holidays 2025
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There are 13 public holidays in Benin for 2025. There are also bank and optional holidays across the country. Explore calendars for different countries or religions to learn more about their significant dates.
| Date | Day | Holiday name |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-01 | Wed | New Year's Day |
| 2025-01-10 | Fri | Fête du Vodoun |
| 2025-03-30 | Sun | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) |
| 2025-04-21 | Mon | Easter Monday |
| 2025-05-01 | Thu | Labour Day |
| 2025-05-29 | Thu | Ascension Day |
| 2025-06-06 | Fri | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) |
| 2025-06-09 | Mon | Whit Monday |
| 2025-08-01 | Fri | Independence Day |
| 2025-08-15 | Fri | Assumption |
| 2025-09-04 | Thu | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) |
| 2025-11-01 | Sat | All Saints' Day |
| 2025-12-25 | Thu | Christmas Day |
Experience Benin's Rich Culture Through its Public Holidays
Benin's public holidays reflect its unique history and traditions. This guide highlights key celebrations that showcase Beninese culture.
Benin Public Holidays 2025
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