Holidays in Gambia in 2026

This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Gambia in 2026. 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 Gambia.

Holiday name Holiday location / Date Holiday type
New Year Gambia
January 1 2026, Thursday
National
Independence Day Gambia
February 18 2026, Wednesday
National
Lailat al-Qadr Gambia
March 15 2026, Sunday
National
Eid al-Fitr Gambia
March 20 2026, Friday
National
March Equinox Gambia
March 20 2026, Friday
Seasonal
Good Friday Gambia
April 3 2026, Friday
National
Easter Monday Gambia
April 6 2026, Monday
National
Labour Day Gambia
May 1 2026, Friday
National
Africa Day Gambia
May 25 2026, Monday
National
Eid al-Adha Gambia
May 27 2026, Wednesday
National
June Solstice Gambia
June 21 2026, Sunday
Seasonal
Ashura Gambia
June 26 2026, Friday
National
Assumption of Mary Gambia
August 15 2026, Saturday
National
The Prophet's Birthday Gambia
August 26 2026, Wednesday
National
September Equinox Gambia
September 23 2026, Wednesday
Seasonal
December Solstice Gambia
December 21 2026, Monday
Seasonal
Christmas Day Gambia
December 25 2026, Friday
National