This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Gambia in 2027. 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 |
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New Year | Gambia January 1 2027, Friday |
National |
Independence Day | Gambia February 18 2027, Thursday |
National |
Lailat al-Qadr | Gambia March 5 2027, Friday |
National |
Eid al-Fitr | Gambia March 10 2027, Wednesday |
National |
March Equinox | Gambia March 20 2027, Saturday |
Seasonal |
Good Friday | Gambia March 26 2027, Friday |
National |
Easter Monday | Gambia March 29 2027, Monday |
National |
Labour Day | Gambia May 1 2027, Saturday |
National |
Eid al-Adha | Gambia May 17 2027, Monday |
National |
Africa Day | Gambia May 25 2027, Tuesday |
National |
Ashura | Gambia June 15 2027, Tuesday |
National |
June Solstice | Gambia June 21 2027, Monday |
Seasonal |
The Prophet's Birthday | Gambia August 15 2027, Sunday |
National |
Assumption of Mary | Gambia August 15 2027, Sunday |
National |
September Equinox | Gambia September 23 2027, Thursday |
Seasonal |
December Solstice | Gambia December 22 2027, Wednesday |
Seasonal |
Christmas Day | Gambia December 25 2027, Saturday |
National |