Holidays in Benin in 2040
This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Benin in 2040. Public holidays are special days that everyone gets off work, while observances are traditional celebrations and events that are popular in a particular country without a day-off work status. Some dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check this page in advance before visiting Benin.
| Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
|---|---|---|
| New Year | Benin January 1 2040, Sunday |
National |
| Vodoun Festival | Benin January 10 2040, Tuesday |
National |
| Day of Remembrance | Benin January 16 2040, Monday |
Observance |
| People's Sovereignty Day | Benin February 28 2040, Tuesday |
Observance |
| Women's Day | Benin March 8 2040, Thursday |
Observance |
| March Equinox | Benin March 20 2040, Tuesday |
Seasonal |
| Maouloud | Benin March 26 2040, Monday |
National |
| Easter Monday | Benin April 2 2040, Monday |
National |
| Labour Day | Benin May 1 2040, Tuesday |
National |
| Ascension Day | Benin May 10 2040, Thursday |
National |
| Mother's Day | Benin May 13 2040, Sunday |
Observance |
| Whit Monday | Benin May 21 2040, Monday |
National |
| Father's Day | Benin June 17 2040, Sunday |
Observance |
| June Solstice | Benin June 20 2040, Wednesday |
Seasonal |
| Independence Day | Benin August 1 2040, Wednesday |
National |
| Assumption of Mary | Benin August 15 2040, Wednesday |
National |
| September Equinox | Benin September 22 2040, Saturday |
Seasonal |
| Korité | Benin October 8 2040, Monday |
National |
| All Saints' Day | Benin November 1 2040, Thursday |
National |
| Tabaski | Benin December 15 2040, Saturday |
National |
| December Solstice | Benin December 21 2040, Friday |
Seasonal |
| Christmas Day | Benin December 25 2040, Tuesday |
National |
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