Black Awareness Day
Dia da Consciência Negra
Details
- Country
Brazil- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- November 2026
Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Promotes awareness of Black history and culture, commemorating resistance to slavery and racial injustice.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Black Awareness Day a public holiday in Brazil?
- Yes, Black Awareness Day is an official public holiday in Brazil. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Black Awareness Day 2026?
- Black Awareness Day 2026 falls on November 20, 2026.
- What is Black Awareness Day called locally in Brazil?
- Black Awareness Day is locally known as "Dia da Consciência Negra" in Brazil.