Anniversary of the death of Dessalines
Public HolidayMajor
Details
- Country
Haiti- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- October 2026
Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Commemorates the 1806 assassination of Jean-Jacques Dessalines, the founding leader of the independent nation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Anniversary of the death of Dessalines a public holiday in Haiti?
- Yes, Anniversary of the death of Dessalines is an official public holiday in Haiti. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Anniversary of the death of Dessalines 2026?
- Anniversary of the death of Dessalines 2026 falls on October 17, 2026.