Holidays in Sao Tome and Principe in 2026

This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Sao Tome and Principe 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 Sao Tome and Principe.

Holiday name Holiday location / Date Holiday type
New Year Sao Tome and Principe
January 1 2026, Thursday
National
Day of King Amador Sao Tome and Principe
January 4 2026, Sunday
National
Commemoration of the Batepá Massacre Sao Tome and Principe
February 3 2026, Tuesday
National
March Equinox Sao Tome and Principe
March 20 2026, Friday
Seasonal
Labour Day Sao Tome and Principe
May 1 2026, Friday
National
June Solstice Sao Tome and Principe
June 21 2026, Sunday
Seasonal
Independence Day Sao Tome and Principe
July 12 2026, Sunday
National
Armed Forces' Day Sao Tome and Principe
September 6 2026, Sunday
National
September Equinox Sao Tome and Principe
September 23 2026, Wednesday
Seasonal
Nationalization of the Roças Sao Tome and Principe
September 30 2026, Wednesday
National
December Solstice Sao Tome and Principe
December 21 2026, Monday
Seasonal
Christmas Day Sao Tome and Principe
December 25 2026, Friday
National