| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | New Year's Day | National |
| 2026-02-05 | Unity Day | National |
| 2026-03-20 | Eid al-Fitr (estimated) | National |
| 2026-04-06 | Commemoration of the Assassination of President Cyprien Ntaryamira | National |
| 2026-05-01 | International Labor Day | National |
| 2026-05-14 | Ascension Day | National |
| 2026-05-27 | Eid al-Adha (estimated) | National |
| 2026-06-08 | National Day of Patriotism and Commemoration of the Death of President Pierre Nkurunziza | National |
| 2026-07-01 | Independence Day | National |
| 2026-08-15 | Assumption Day | National |
| 2026-10-13 | Commemoration of the Assassination of National Hero, Prince Louis Rwagasore | National |
| 2026-10-21 | Commemoration of the Assassination of President Melchior Ndadaye | National |
| 2026-11-01 | All Saints' Day | National |
| 2026-11-02 | All Saints' Day (observed) | Substitute |
| 2026-12-25 | Christmas Day | National |
How many public holidays does Burundi have in 2026?
Burundi has 15 public holidays in 2026: 14 national holidays, 1 substitute day. The dates run from 1 January 2026 to 25 December 2026, and no public holiday falls in September. Observances and regional holidays are listed separately and are not counted.
Wondering how that stacks up globally? See how Burundi's public holiday count compares.
Long weekends in Burundi 2026
Burundi's public holidays create 6 long weekends in 2026 - runs of three or more consecutive days off, each built around a holiday that touches a weekend.
- Fri 20 - Sun 22 March: Eid al-Fitr (estimated) (3-day weekend, Friday 20 March to Sunday 22 March).
- Sat 4 - Mon 6 April: Commemoration of the Assassination of President Cyprien Ntaryamira (3-day weekend, Saturday 4 April to Monday 6 April).
- Fri 1 - Sun 3 May: International Labor Day (3-day weekend, Friday 1 May to Sunday 3 May).
- Sat 6 - Mon 8 June: National Day of Patriotism and Commemoration of the Death of President Pierre Nkurunziza (3-day weekend, Saturday 6 June to Monday 8 June).
- Sat 31 October - Mon 2 November: All Saints' Day (3-day weekend, Saturday 31 October to Monday 2 November).
- Fri 25 - Sun 27 December: Christmas Day (3-day weekend, Friday 25 December to Sunday 27 December).
Observed and substitute holidays in Burundi 2026
A substitute holiday is a day off moved to a nearby working weekday when a public holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday. The legal date never changes - only the day most people actually get off.
- 2 November 2026 (Monday) - given as the day off for All Saints' Day (observed), which falls on a weekend.
Regional variations are common; see public holidays across Africa for the wider picture.
Public holidays in Burundi: is your date a holiday in 2026?
Every date in the table above is a public holiday in Burundi in 2026. If the date you are checking appears there, it is a day off; if it does not, it is not a public holiday - however widely it may be marked.
For example, 1 January 2026 is New Year's Day, a public holiday in Burundi.
More to explore: browse public holidays by country.
About these holidays in Burundi (2026)
Our Burundi 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.
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.
Ascension Day
Ascension Day commemorates the ascension of Jesus into heaven, held on the fortieth day of Easter, always a Thursday. It is a public holiday in many European countries including Germany, France, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg and Switzerland. Because it is tied to Easter, the date falls between 30 April and 3 June. In several countries it also serves as a traditional day for outdoor excursions.
Eid al-Adha (estimated)
Eid al-Adha, the Feast of Sacrifice, falls on the tenth day of Dhu al-Hijjah during the annual Hajj pilgrimage. It honours the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. Muslims who can afford it sacrifice an animal and share the meat with family, neighbours and the poor. Because the Islamic calendar is lunar, the Gregorian date moves about ten days earlier each year and is listed as estimated.
Independence Day
Independence Day marks the anniversary of a nation's formal separation from another state, or of the founding moment of its sovereignty. Because it commemorates a specific historical event, the date differs from country to country and the name often includes the year. Typical observances include flag raising, military parades, speeches by heads of state, and public concerts. It is frequently the most prominent national holiday on the calendar.