Abolition of Slavery
Public HolidayMajor
Details
- Country
Reunion- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- December 2026
- Long Weekends
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Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Commemorates the abolition of slavery and the emancipation of enslaved people, observed with remembrance and cultural celebration.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Abolition of Slavery a public holiday in Reunion?
- Yes, Abolition of Slavery is an official public holiday in Reunion. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Abolition of Slavery 2026?
- Abolition of Slavery 2026 falls on December 20, 2026.