Public Holidays in Benin — 2026
14 public holidays
January
Thu
1
New Year's Day
National
Sat
10
Traditional Day
National
April
Sun
5
Easter Sunday
National
Mon
6
Easter Monday
National
May
Fri
1
Labour Day
National
Thu
14
Ascension Day
National
Mon
25
Whit Monday
National
August
Sat
1
Independence Day
National
Sat
15
Assumption Day
National
October
Mon
26
Armed Forces Day
National
November
Sun
1
All Saints' Day
National
Mon
30
National Day
National
December
Fri
25
Christmas Day
National
Sat
26
St. Stephen's Day
Boxing Day
National
Source: Nager.Date Public Holiday API
⚠ Holiday dates are for reference only and may change. Always verify with official government sources.