Holidays in Burundi in 2026

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

Holiday name Holiday location / Date Holiday type
New Year Burundi
January 1 2026, Thursday
National
Unity Day Burundi
February 5 2026, Thursday
National
Eid ul Fitr Burundi
March 20 2026, Friday
National
March Equinox Burundi
March 20 2026, Friday
Seasonal
President Ntaryamira Day Burundi
April 6 2026, Monday
National
Labour Day Burundi
May 1 2026, Friday
National
Ascension Day Burundi
May 14 2026, Thursday
National
Eid al-Adha Burundi
May 27 2026, Wednesday
National
June Solstice Burundi
June 21 2026, Sunday
Seasonal
Independence Day Burundi
July 1 2026, Wednesday
National
Assumption of Mary Burundi
August 15 2026, Saturday
National
September Equinox Burundi
September 23 2026, Wednesday
Seasonal
Prince Louis Rwagasore Day Burundi
October 13 2026, Tuesday
National
President Ndadaye's Day Burundi
October 21 2026, Wednesday
National
All Saints' Day Burundi
November 1 2026, Sunday
National
All Saints' Day Burundi
November 2 2026, Monday
National
December Solstice Burundi
December 21 2026, Monday
Seasonal
Christmas Day Burundi
December 25 2026, Friday
National