| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | New Year's Day | National |
| 2026-04-06 | Easter Monday | National |
| 2026-05-01 | Labor Day | National |
| 2026-05-14 | Ascension Day | National |
| 2026-05-25 | Pentecost Monday | National |
| 2026-06-10 | Reconciliation Day | National |
| 2026-08-15 | National Day | National |
| 2026-11-01 | All Saints' Day | National |
| 2026-11-28 | Republic Day | National |
| 2026-12-25 | Christmas Day | National |
About these holidays in Congo (2026)
Our Congo 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.
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.
Labor Day
Labor Day honours the achievements of workers and the labour movement. Most countries observe it on 1 May, known internationally as May Day or International Workers' Day, which grew out of the campaign for an eight hour working day. Others, including the United States and Canada, hold it on the first Monday of September. Typical events include trade union marches, rallies and public speeches on working conditions.
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.
Pentecost Monday
Pentecost Monday, also called Whit Monday, is the day after Pentecost Sunday and falls fifty days after Easter. It is a public holiday in much of Europe, including Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Hungary, Poland, Denmark, Norway and Switzerland. Because it depends on the date of Easter, it falls between 11 May and 14 June. Many countries pair it with the Ascension Thursday holiday in late spring.