Public Holidays in Liberia
Statutory public holidays in Liberia, with the dates that give people the day off, how the calendar is set, and what it means for travel, cities and culture.
Liberia at a glance
Liberia’s public holidays mark Independence Day on 26 July and Flag Day on 24 August, alongside Christian feast days and the birthday of a former president.
Several dates move with Easter, and the calendar reflects the country’s founding by freed American slaves.
Liberia public holidays 2026
Liberia has 11 public holidays in 2026 – the statutory days off. The table below lists those public holidays; observances and other non-statutory dates are not part of the total.
| Holiday | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 1Thu | National |
| Armed Forces Day | Feb 11Wed | National |
| Decoration Day | Mar 11Wed | National |
| J. J. Roberts Memorial Birthday | Mar 15Sun | National |
| Fasting and Prayer Day | Apr 10Fri | National |
| National Unification and Integration Day | May 14Thu | National |
| Independence Day | Jul 26Sun | National |
| National Flag Day | Aug 24Mon | National |
| Thanksgiving Day | Nov 5Thu | National |
| Tubman Administration Goodwill Day | Nov 29Sun | National |
| Christmas Day | Dec 25Fri | National |
Showing 11 of 11 public holidays for 2026.
Major cities in Liberia
The urban centres that anchor most trips to Liberia.
Monrovia
A capital of broad streets, a port and beaches on the Atlantic.
Gbarnga
A city in Bong county with a university and a mining hinterland.
Kakata
A rubber-growing city on the road inland from the capital.
Buchanan
A port city serving the iron ore railway, with Atlantic beaches.
Harper
A southeastern town of old Americo-Liberian houses near the Ivorian border.
Top attractions in Liberia
The places that draw most visitors to Liberia.
Sapo National Park
The country's main rainforest park, with chimpanzees and pygmy hippos.
Providence Island
Where freed American slaves first landed in 1822, in the capital.
Mount Nimba
A mountain range of endemic species on the Guinean border.
Kpatawee Waterfall
A jungle waterfall popular for weekend swimming and picnics.
Lake Piso
The largest lake in the country, of mangroves and fishing villages.
Robertsport
A surfing town of old colonial houses and a long point break.
Festivals, food and getting around Liberia
What the calendar looks like on the ground, and how to move through the country around it.
Festivals behind the holidays
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New Year
Falls on Jan 1
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Pioneers Day
Falls on Jan 7
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Armed Forces Day
Falls on Feb 11
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Decoration Day
Falls on Mar 11
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J. J. Roberts Birthday
Falls on Mar 15
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Day off for J. J. Roberts Birthday
Falls on Mar 16
Food & drink
Getting around
Roads are poor, especially in the rains; shared taxis and motorbikes are the main transport.
Travelling around Liberia’s holidays
What the dates mean once you are there.
Book around the peaks
Transport and hotels in Liberia tighten around major holidays; reserve early for the busiest weeks.
Check opening hours
Museums, banks and government offices usually close on statutory holidays, and often on the nearest Monday.
Carry local currency
Small vendors and rural businesses frequently take cash only, especially on holidays when banks are shut.
Expect crowded transport
Long weekends produce the year's heaviest road, rail and air traffic. Build in extra travel time.
Confirm the official list
Liberia's holiday dates are confirmed by government announcement; check the year page for the final arrangement.
Plan the long weekends
Pairing a holiday with adjacent weekends gives the longest breaks of the year — and the busiest.
Liberia public holidays: common questions
How many public holidays does Liberia have?
Liberia has 11 public holidays in 2026, counting every date typed National, Substitute or Bank in our calendar. Observances, religious dates and regional holidays are listed separately and left out of the total, because they are not days off across the whole country.
Where can I find the full 2026 list?
The complete 2026 calendar for Liberia is on the year page, with every recorded date in order.
Are Liberia's public holidays paid?
Statutory national holidays are generally paid leave for employees. Observances and commemorative days are usually not.
Do holidays move if they fall on a weekend?
Where a holiday falls on a weekend, Liberia typically observes it on the nearest weekday. Check the year page for the confirmed arrangement.
Are there regional holidays in Liberia?
Some holidays are observed only in certain regions or by certain communities. The year page lists what applies nationally.
Which years are covered for Liberia?
Calendars are published for 2026, 2025.
School holidays in Liberia
School term dates in Liberia
School calendar data last updated 10 Sep 2026. Dates come from education ministries and local education authorities; always re-check with the school before booking travel.