Benin public holidays 2026
National public holidays in Benin. Regional/subdivision holidays are not included.
2026 holidays
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | Thursday | Fête du Nouvel An |
| January 8, 2026 | Thursday | Fête annuelle des religions traditionnelles |
| January 9, 2026 | Friday | Fête annuelle des religions traditionnelles |
| March 20, 2026 | Friday | Jour du Ramadan (estimé) |
| April 6, 2026 | Monday | Lundi de Pâques |
| May 1, 2026 | Friday | Fête du Travail |
| May 14, 2026 | Thursday | Jour de l'Ascension |
| May 25, 2026 | Monday | Lundi de Pentecôte |
| May 27, 2026 | Wednesday | Jour de la Tabaski (estimé) |
| August 1, 2026 | Saturday | Fête Nationale |
| August 15, 2026 | Saturday | Jour de l'Assomption |
| August 25, 2026 | Tuesday | Journée Maouloud (estimé) |
| November 1, 2026 | Sunday | La Toussaint |
| December 25, 2026 | Friday | Jour de Noël |
Weekend days: Saturday and Sunday. Coverage: 2010–2040. Source: python-holidays (MIT), national public holidays.
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FAQ
How many public holidays does Benin have in 2026?
14 weekday and weekend holiday dates are listed for 2026, in addition to weekends (Saturday and Sunday).
What days are weekends for Benin?
Weekend days are Saturday and Sunday.
When is the next Benin holiday?
La Toussaint on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
How do I check Benin business days in code?
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