National holidays of Gambia in 2026

This page contains a calendar of all 2026 public holidays for Gambia. These dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check back regularly for updates. Scroll down to view the national list or choose your state’s calendar.

Day Date Holiday Notes
Thursday Jan. 1, 2026 New Year
Wednesday Feb. 18, 2026 Independence Day
Sunday March 15, 2026 Lailat al-Qadr
Friday March 20, 2026 Eid al-Fitr
Friday March 20, 2026 March Equinox
Friday April 3, 2026 Good Friday
Monday April 6, 2026 Easter Monday
Friday May 1, 2026 Labour Day
Monday May 25, 2026 Africa Day
Wednesday May 27, 2026 Eid al-Adha
Sunday June 21, 2026 June Solstice
Friday June 26, 2026 Ashura
Saturday Aug. 15, 2026 Assumption of Mary
Wednesday Aug. 26, 2026 The Prophet's Birthday
Wednesday Sept. 23, 2026 September Equinox
Monday Dec. 21, 2026 December Solstice
Friday Dec. 25, 2026 Christmas Day