This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Congo Democratic Republic 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 Congo Democratic Republic.
Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
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New Year's Day | Congo Democratic Republic January 1 2026, Thursday |
National |
Martyrs of Independence Day | Congo Democratic Republic January 3 2026, Saturday |
National |
Martyrs of Independence Day | Congo Democratic Republic January 4 2026, Sunday |
National |
Anniversary of President Laurent Kabila’s Assassination | Congo Democratic Republic January 16 2026, Friday |
National |
Anniversary of Prime Minister Patrice Emery Lumumba’s Assassination | Congo Democratic Republic January 17 2026, Saturday |
National |
Valentine's Day | Congo Democratic Republic February 14 2026, Saturday |
Observance |
International Women's Day | Congo Democratic Republic March 8 2026, Sunday |
Observance |
International Francophonie Day | Congo Democratic Republic March 20 2026, Friday |
Observance |
March Equinox | Congo Democratic Republic March 20 2026, Friday |
Seasonal |
Education Day | Congo Democratic Republic April 30 2026, Thursday |
Observance |
May Day | Congo Democratic Republic May 1 2026, Friday |
National |
Liberation Day | Congo Democratic Republic May 16 2026, Saturday |
National |
Liberation Day | Congo Democratic Republic May 17 2026, Sunday |
National |
Music Festival | Congo Democratic Republic June 21 2026, Sunday |
Observance |
June Solstice | Congo Democratic Republic June 21 2026, Sunday |
Seasonal |
Independence Day | Congo Democratic Republic June 30 2026, Tuesday |
National |
Parents' Day | Congo Democratic Republic August 1 2026, Saturday |
National |
September Equinox | Congo Democratic Republic September 23 2026, Wednesday |
Seasonal |
World Tourism Day | Congo Democratic Republic September 27 2026, Sunday |
Observance |
December Solstice | Congo Democratic Republic December 21 2026, Monday |
Seasonal |
Christmas Eve | Congo Democratic Republic December 24 2026, Thursday |
Observance |
Christmas Day | Congo Democratic Republic December 25 2026, Friday |
National |
New Year's Eve | Congo Democratic Republic December 31 2026, Thursday |
Observance |