Benin public holidays 2027
National public holidays in Benin. Regional/subdivision holidays are not included.
2027 holidays
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2027 | Friday | Fête du Nouvel An |
| January 7, 2027 | Thursday | Fête annuelle des religions traditionnelles |
| January 8, 2027 | Friday | Fête annuelle des religions traditionnelles |
| March 9, 2027 | Tuesday | Jour du Ramadan (estimé) |
| March 29, 2027 | Monday | Lundi de Pâques |
| May 1, 2027 | Saturday | Fête du Travail |
| May 6, 2027 | Thursday | Jour de l'Ascension |
| May 16, 2027 | Sunday | Jour de la Tabaski (estimé) |
| May 17, 2027 | Monday | Lundi de Pentecôte |
| August 1, 2027 | Sunday | Fête Nationale |
| August 14, 2027 | Saturday | Journée Maouloud (estimé) |
| August 15, 2027 | Sunday | Jour de l'Assomption |
| November 1, 2027 | Monday | La Toussaint |
| December 25, 2027 | Saturday | 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 2027?
14 weekday and weekend holiday dates are listed for 2027, 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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