| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | New Year's Day | National |
| 2026-01-03 | Revolution Day | National |
| 2026-03-08 | International Women's Day | National |
| 2026-03-09 | International Women's Day (observed) | Substitute |
| 2026-03-20 | Eid al-Fitr (estimated) | National |
| 2026-04-06 | Easter Monday | National |
| 2026-05-01 | Labor Day | National |
| 2026-05-14 | Ascension Day | National |
| 2026-05-27 | Eid al-Adha (estimated) | National |
| 2026-08-05 | Independence Day | National |
| 2026-08-15 | Assumption Day | National |
| 2026-08-25 | Prophet's Birthday (estimated) | National |
| 2026-10-31 | Martyrs' Day | National |
| 2026-11-01 | All Saints' Day | National |
| 2026-11-02 | All Saints' Day (observed) | Substitute |
| 2026-12-11 | Proclamation of Independence Day | National |
| 2026-12-25 | Christmas Day | National |
About these holidays in Burkina Faso (2026)
Our Burkina Faso public holidays guide explains the background of each holiday and how the dates are set.
New Year's Day
New Year's Day falls on 1 January and opens the Gregorian calendar year. Most countries mark it with a public holiday, and celebrations usually begin the night before with countdowns, fireworks and gatherings. The date was fixed in its current position by Julius Caesar's calendar reform, and later preserved by the Gregorian reform of 1582. traditions vary widely, from first-footing in Scotland to writing resolutions for the months ahead.
Revolution Day
Revolution Day marks the anniversary of a political revolution that changed a country's system of government. Mexico observes it on 20 November for the 1910 revolution, Egypt on 23 July for the 1952 revolution, and several other states commemorate their own turning points. It is usually a public holiday marked by official ceremonies, parades and events recalling the figures and events of the revolution.
International Women's Day
International Women's Day on 8 March celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women and calls attention to gender equality. It grew out of labour movement campaigns in the early twentieth century and was adopted by the United Nations in 1975. In a number of countries, especially in Eastern Europe, Central Asia and parts of Africa, it is an official public holiday, and flowers are traditionally given to women.
Eid al-Fitr (estimated)
Eid al-Fitr is the festival that ends Ramadan, the Islamic month of fasting, and begins on the first day of Shawwal. It is a two or three day public holiday across much of the Muslim world. The date depends on the sighting of the new moon, so published calendars mark it as estimated until it is confirmed. Families gather for prayer, shared meals and charitable giving before the fast was broken each evening of Ramadan.
Easter Monday
Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday and forms the final day of the Easter octave in Western Christianity. It is a public holiday in many European, Commonwealth and Latin American countries, effectively extending the Easter weekend. Because it is tied to the movable date of Easter, it falls between late March and late April. Traditional customs include egg rolling, picnics and family outings.