Holidays in Cabo Verde in 2026

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

Holiday name Holiday location / Date Holiday type
New Year Cabo Verde
January 1 2026, Thursday
National
Democracy Day Cabo Verde
January 13 2026, Tuesday
National
National Heroes' Day Cabo Verde
January 20 2026, Tuesday
National
March Equinox Cabo Verde
March 20 2026, Friday
Seasonal
Labour Day Cabo Verde
May 1 2026, Friday
National
Mother's Day Cabo Verde
May 10 2026, Sunday
Observance
Children's Day Cabo Verde
June 1 2026, Monday
National
Father's Day Cabo Verde
June 21 2026, Sunday
Observance
June Solstice Cabo Verde
June 21 2026, Sunday
Seasonal
Independence Day Cabo Verde
July 5 2026, Sunday
National
Assumption of Mary Cabo Verde
August 15 2026, Saturday
National
September Equinox Cabo Verde
September 22 2026, Tuesday
Seasonal
All Saints' Day Cabo Verde
November 1 2026, Sunday
National
December Solstice Cabo Verde
December 21 2026, Monday
Seasonal
Christmas Day Cabo Verde
December 25 2026, Friday
National