Upcoming Public Holidays
- Fri, May 1Labour Day
- Thu, May 14Ascension Day
- Mon, May 25Whit Monday
- Sat, Aug 1Independence Day
- Sat, Aug 15Assumption Day
- Mon, Oct 26Armed Forces Day
🇧🇯 Benin — 2026 Calendar
14 holidays, festivals & observances
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January
- New Year's DayThu, Jan 1
- Traditional DaySat, Jan 10
April
- Easter SundaySun, Apr 5
- Easter MondayMon, Apr 6
May
- Labour DayFri, May 1
- Ascension DayThu, May 14
- Whit MondayMon, May 25
August
- Independence DaySat, Aug 1
- Assumption DaySat, Aug 15
October
- Armed Forces DayMon, Oct 26
November
- All Saints' DaySun, Nov 1
- National DayMon, Nov 30
December
- Christmas DayFri, Dec 25
- St. Stephen's DaySat, Dec 26

Benin has 14 holidays, festivals, and observances in 2026. Browse the complete calendar below.
🇧🇯 Frequently Asked Questions — Benin Holidays 2026
- How many public holidays does Benin have in 2026?
- Benin has 14 public holidays in 2026, with a total of 14 holidays, festivals, and observances throughout the year.
- What are the main public holidays in Benin?
- The main public holidays in Benin include New Year's Day, Traditional Day, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday, Labour Day.
- When is the next holiday in Benin?
- The next upcoming holiday in Benin is Labour Day on Friday, May 1, 2026.
- Is there a complete national calendar for Benin 2026?
- Yes, this page provides the complete Benin 2026 national calendar with 14 holidays, festivals, and observances.
- When are the collective leave days in Benin for 2026?
- Collective leave dates in Benin for 2026 are set by the government. See the public holidays table above for the complete list.
Holiday data for Benin is sourced from official government gazettes and verified against multiple public sources.