Benin 2026
Explore the full Benin 2026 calendar with 5 official public holidays, lunar phases, and commemorative dates. Use this page to plan travel, time off, and important events across the year.
Key public holidays: 2026-01-01 (New Year's Day); 2026-05-01 (Labour Day); 2026-08-01 (Independence Day).
Labour Day (2026-05-01) falls on a Friday, creating a strong long-weekend window for travel and time off.
Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 01 Jan Thu | New Year's Day | Public |
| 20 Mar Fri | Eid al-Fitr | Religious |
| 06 Apr Mon | Easter Monday | Religious |
| 01 May Fri | Labour Day | Public |
| 14 May Thu | Ascension Day | Religious |
| 25 May Mon | Whit Monday | Religious |
| 27 May Wed | Eid al-Adha | Religious |
| 01 Aug Sat | Independence Day | Public |
| 26 Aug Wed | Prophet's Birthday (Mawlid) | Religious |
| 26 Oct Mon | Armed Forces Day | Public |
| 30 Nov Mon | National Day | Public |
| 25 Dec Fri | Christmas Day | Religious |
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