Public Holidays in Burkina Faso
Upcoming Holidays
- May1
Labour Day
In 2 daysPublic - May29
Ascension Day
In 30 daysPublic - Jun6
Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)
In 39 daysPublic
Holiday Calendar
January(2 holidays)
- 1WedNew Year's DayPublic
- 3FriAnniversary of the 1966 Upper Voltan coup d'étatPublic
March(2 holidays)
- 8SatInternational Women's DayPublic
- 30SunEnd of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)Public
April(2 holidays)
- 20SunEaster SundayPublic
- 21MonEaster MondayPublic
May(2 holidays)
- 1ThuLabour DayPublic
- 29ThuAscension DayPublic
June(2 holidays)
- 6FriFeast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)Public
- 8SunPentecostPublic
August(2 holidays)
- 5TueIndependence DayPublic
- 15FriAssumptionPublic
September(1 holiday)
- 4ThuBirthday of Muhammad (Mawlid)Public
November(1 holiday)
- 1SatAll Saints' DayPublic
December(2 holidays)
- 11ThuProclamation of the RepublicPublic
- 25ThuChristmas DayPublic
Holiday Types
About National Holidays in Burkina Faso
Official public holidays in Burkina Faso. These are designated non-working days when most businesses, schools, government offices, and financial institutions are closed. Understanding these holidays is essential for planning business operations, travel itineraries, and personal time off.
Holiday planning tips: Consider booking accommodations and transportation well in advance for major holidays. Many locals take extended vacations during key holiday periods, which can affect availability of services and create opportunities for longer breaks by strategically using your vacation days.
Maximize Your Vacation Days with Burkina Faso Public Holidays 2025-2026
This strategic holiday planner shows how to combine 16 official public holidays in Burkina Faso with your annual leave for extended vacations and long weekends. Create the perfect work-life balance by optimizing your time off around these key dates.