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Public holidays in Gambia 2026
The following is a complete list of public holidays in Gambia. Public holidays when all residents have time off from work are often called red days. This list contains red days, but also public holidays that are only celebrated without time off from work and school.
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| Holiday name | Date | Holiday type | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year | January 1, 2026 | Public holiday | in 550 days |
| Independence Day | February 18, 2026 | Public holiday | in 598 days |
| Good Friday | April 3, 2026 | Public holiday | in 642 days |
| Easter Sunday | April 5, 2026 | Observance day | in 644 days |
| Easter Monday | April 6, 2026 | Public holiday | in 645 days |
| Laylat al-Qadr | March 12, 2026 | Public holiday | in 620 days |
| Korité | March 20, 2026 | Public holiday | in 628 days |
| Labour Day | May 1, 2026 | Public holiday | in 670 days |
| Africa Day | May 25, 2026 | Public holiday | in 694 days |
| Eidul-Adha | May 27, 2026 | Public holiday | in 696 days |
| Ashura | June 25, 2026 | Public holiday | in 725 days |
| Revolution Day | July 22, 2026 | Public holiday | in 752 days |
| Assumption of Mary | August 15, 2026 | Public holiday | in 776 days |
| Mawlid | August 25, 2026 | Public holiday | in 786 days |
| Christmas Day | December 25, 2026 | Public holiday | in 908 days |