Burkina Faso Public Holidays 2026

View the complete list of public holidays and bank holidays in Burkina Faso for 2026. Plan your year ahead with official dates, weekdays, and observances.

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                        About Public Holidays in Burkina Faso

                        Public holidays in Burkina Faso are official observances that may affect government offices, schools, banks, businesses, and public services. These holidays often include national celebrations, religious observances, and important civic dates.

                        This calendar helps residents, travelers, employers, and families plan vacations, work schedules, school breaks, and business closures around official holiday dates.

                        Working Days and Business Closures

                        On major public holidays, many government offices, banks, schools, and private businesses may close or operate with reduced hours. Opening times for shops, restaurants, transport, and local services can vary.

                        Always check with local authorities, employers, or service providers for exact opening hours during public holidays.

                        All Public Holidays in Burkina Faso 2026

                        DateDayHolidayType
                        January 1, 2026ThursdayNouvel AnPublic Holiday
                        January 3, 2026SaturdaySoulèvement populairePublic Holiday
                        March 8, 2026SundayJournée internationale des femmesPublic Holiday
                        March 20, 2026FridayFête de fin du RamadanPublic Holiday
                        April 5, 2026SundayPâquesPublic Holiday
                        April 6, 2026MondayLundi de PâquesPublic Holiday
                        May 1, 2026FridayFête du travailPublic Holiday
                        May 14, 2026ThursdayAscensionPublic Holiday
                        May 24, 2026SundayPentecôtePublic Holiday
                        May 27, 2026WednesdayFête du moutonPublic Holiday
                        August 5, 2026WednesdayJour de l'IndépendancePublic Holiday
                        August 15, 2026SaturdayAssomptionPublic Holiday
                        August 25, 2026TuesdayMawlidPublic Holiday
                        November 1, 2026SundayToussaintPublic Holiday
                        December 11, 2026FridayFête nationalePublic Holiday
                        December 25, 2026FridayNoëlPublic Holiday
                        Show 2027 public holidays

                        All Public Holidays in Burkina Faso 2027

                        DateDayHolidayType
                        January 1, 2027FridayNouvel AnPublic Holiday
                        January 3, 2027SundaySoulèvement populairePublic Holiday
                        March 8, 2027MondayJournée internationale des femmesPublic Holiday
                        March 9, 2027TuesdayFête de fin du RamadanPublic Holiday
                        March 28, 2027SundayPâquesPublic Holiday
                        March 29, 2027MondayLundi de PâquesPublic Holiday
                        May 1, 2027SaturdayFête du travailPublic Holiday
                        May 6, 2027ThursdayAscensionPublic Holiday
                        May 16, 2027SundayFête du moutonPublic Holiday
                        May 16, 2027SundayPentecôtePublic Holiday
                        August 5, 2027ThursdayJour de l'IndépendancePublic Holiday
                        August 14, 2027SaturdayMawlidPublic Holiday
                        August 15, 2027SundayAssomptionPublic Holiday
                        November 1, 2027MondayToussaintPublic Holiday
                        December 11, 2027SaturdayFête nationalePublic Holiday
                        December 25, 2027SaturdayNoëlPublic Holiday

                        Frequently Asked Questions

                        How many public holidays are there in Burkina Faso?

                        The number of public holidays in Burkina Faso can vary by year depending on official calendars, weekends, and local observances.

                        Do businesses close on public holidays in Burkina Faso?

                        Many government offices, banks, schools, and businesses close on major public holidays, although private businesses may follow different schedules.

                        Are public holidays the same every year?

                        Some holidays fall on fixed dates every year, while others change because they are based on weekends, religious calendars, or official yearly announcements.

                        How can I take fewer PTO days but get more time off in Burkina Faso?

                        Use the "Best Time to Take PTO / Vacation" section on this page. It automatically finds the public holidays in Burkina Faso that fall closest to a weekend and tells you exactly how many PTO or vacation days to book to turn them into the longest possible consecutive break.

                        What is the "Smart Time Off" feature?

                        Smart Time Off highlights the single best upcoming opportunity to bridge a public holiday in Burkina Faso with a weekend using the fewest PTO or vacation days, so you can plan ahead for the biggest break with the least time taken off work.

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