| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2027-01-01 | New Year's Day | National |
| 2027-01-04 | Day of King Amador | National |
| 2027-02-03 | Martyrs' Day | National |
| 2027-04-30 | Worker's Day (observed) | Substitute |
| 2027-05-01 | Worker's Day | National |
| 2027-07-12 | Independence Day | National |
| 2027-09-06 | Armed Forces Day | National |
| 2027-09-30 | Agricultural Reform Day | National |
| 2027-12-21 | São Tomé Day | National |
| 2027-12-24 | Christmas Day (observed) | Substitute |
| 2027-12-25 | Christmas Day | National |
| 2027-12-31 | New Year's Day (observed) | Substitute |
How many public holidays does Sao Tome and Principe have in 2027?
Sao Tome and Principe has 12 public holidays in 2027: 9 national holidays, 3 substitute days. The dates run from 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2027, and no public holiday falls in March, June, August, October, November. Observances and regional holidays are listed separately and are not counted.
Wondering how that stacks up globally? See how Sao Tome and Principe's public holiday count compares.
For the wider picture, browse the 2027 calendar across 191 countries.
Long weekends in Sao Tome and Principe 2027
Sao Tome and Principe's public holidays create 5 long weekends in 2027 - runs of three or more consecutive days off, each built around a holiday that touches a weekend.
- Fri 1 - Mon 4 January: New Year's Day (4-day weekend, Friday 1 January to Monday 4 January).
- Fri 30 April - Sun 2 May: Worker's Day (observed) (3-day weekend, Friday 30 April to Sunday 2 May).
- Sat 10 - Mon 12 July: Independence Day (3-day weekend, Saturday 10 July to Monday 12 July).
- Sat 4 - Mon 6 September: Armed Forces Day (3-day weekend, Saturday 4 September to Monday 6 September).
- Fri 24 - Sun 26 December: Christmas Day (observed) (3-day weekend, Friday 24 December to Sunday 26 December).
The best breaks of the year are mapped in 2027 long weekends and bridge days.
Observed and substitute holidays in Sao Tome and Principe 2027
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.
- 30 April 2027 (Friday) - given as the day off for Worker's Day (observed), which falls on a weekend.
- 24 December 2027 (Friday) - given as the day off for Christmas Day (observed), which falls on a weekend.
- 31 December 2027 (Friday) - given as the day off for New Year's Day (observed), which falls on a weekend.
Regional variations are common; see public holidays across Africa for the wider picture.
Public holidays in Sao Tome and Principe: is your date a holiday in 2027?
Every date in the table above is a public holiday in Sao Tome and Principe in 2027. 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 2027 is New Year's Day, a public holiday in Sao Tome and Principe.
More to explore: browse public holidays by country.
About these holidays in Sao Tome and Principe (2027)
Our Sao Tome and Principe 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.
Martyrs' Day
Martyrs' Day honours those who died for their country or for a political or religious cause. The date and the event commemorated vary by nation: in India it marks the death of Mahatma Gandhi on 30 January, in Panama the 1964 flag protests, and in several Arab countries it recalls those killed in the independence struggle. Observances typically include wreath laying, moments of silence and official ceremonies at memorials.
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.
Armed Forces Day
Armed Forces Day honours a nation's military services and the people who serve in them. The date and the name differ by country: the United Kingdom observes it in late June, Nigeria on 15 January, Pakistan on 6 September and Thailand on 18 January. Typical observances include military parades, air displays, open days at bases and ceremonies recognising veterans and serving personnel.
Christmas Day (observed)
Where 25 December falls at a weekend, several countries move the public holiday to the following weekday so that workers receive a day off in lieu. The substituted date is commonly labelled as observed. The holiday itself marks the Nativity of Jesus and is one of the most widely recognised public holidays worldwide, celebrated with family gatherings, special meals and gift giving.