Below you'll find 2026's official holidays for Burkina Faso. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.
Burkina Faso Public Holidays 2026
Burkina Faso
There are 16 public holidays in Burkina Faso 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.
| Date | Day | Holiday name |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | Thu | New Year's Day |
| 2026-01-03 | Sat | Anniversary of the 1966 Upper Voltan coup d'état |
| 2026-03-08 | Sun | International Women's Day |
| 2026-03-20 | Fri | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) |
| 2026-04-05 | Sun | Easter Sunday |
| 2026-04-06 | Mon | Easter Monday |
| 2026-05-01 | Fri | Labour Day |
| 2026-05-14 | Thu | Ascension Day |
| 2026-05-24 | Sun | Pentecost |
| 2026-05-27 | Wed | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) |
| 2026-08-05 | Wed | Independence Day |
| 2026-08-15 | Sat | Assumption |
| 2026-08-25 | Tue | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) |
| 2026-11-01 | Sun | All Saints' Day |
| 2026-12-11 | Fri | Proclamation of the Republic |
| 2026-12-25 | Fri | Christmas Day |
Experience Burkina Faso's Rich Culture Through its Public Holidays
Burkina Faso's public holidays reflect its unique history and traditions. This guide highlights key celebrations that showcase Burkinabe culture.
Burkina Faso Public Holidays 2026
New Year's Day (Jour de l'An) - January 1, 2026
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