Below you'll find 2026's official holidays for Benin. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.
Benin Public Holidays 2026
Benin
There are 13 public holidays in Benin for 2026. There are also bank and optional holidays across the country. Explore calendars for different countries or religions to learn more about their significant dates.
When are the next Public holidays in Benin?
1
New Year's Day
2026-01-01
10
FĂȘte du Vodoun
2026-01-10
20
End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)
2026-03-20
6
Easter Monday
2026-04-06
| Date | Day | Holiday name |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | Thu | New Year's Day |
| 2026-01-10 | Sat | FĂȘte du Vodoun |
| 2026-03-20 | Fri | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) |
| 2026-04-06 | Mon | Easter Monday |
| 2026-05-01 | Fri | Labour Day |
| 2026-05-14 | Thu | Ascension Day |
| 2026-05-25 | Mon | Whit Monday |
| 2026-05-27 | Wed | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) |
| 2026-08-01 | Sat | Independence Day |
| 2026-08-15 | Sat | Assumption |
| 2026-08-25 | Tue | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) |
| 2026-11-01 | Sun | All Saints' Day |
| 2026-12-25 | Fri | Christmas Day |
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