National Holidays in Benin (2027) 🇧🇯

Q: When is the next public holiday in Benin?

The next public holiday in Benin is Assumption Day on Saturday, August 15, 2026 — in 8 days.

Q: How many public holidays does Benin have in 2027?

Benin has 14 public holidays in 2027.

Q: What was the most recent public holiday in Benin?

The most recent public holiday in Benin was National Day on Saturday, August 1, 2026 — 6 days ago.

Q: What are the upcoming public holidays in Benin?

The next 5 public holidays in Benin:Friday, January 1, 2027: New Year's DayThursday, January 7, 2027: Vodoun FestivalFriday, January 8, 2027: Vodoun FestivalTuesday, March 9, 2027: Eid al-Fitr (estimated)Monday, March 29, 2027: Easter Monday

Q: How does Benin's holiday count compare to its neighbours?

Benin has 14 public holidays this year. Neighbours for comparison:Niger: 15 public holidaysTogo: 13 public holidaysBurkina Faso: 17 public holidaysNigeria: 15 public holidays

Q: How many public holidays does Benin have in 2028?

Benin will have 14 public holidays in 2028.

Benin observes 14 public holidays this year, with 14 scheduled for 2027. The next public holiday is Assumption Day. The most recent was National Day.

2027 National Holidays in Benin

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jan	Friday	New Year's Day
7 Jan	Thursday	Vodoun Festival
8 Jan	Friday	Vodoun Festival
9 Mar	Tuesday	Eid al-Fitr (estimated)
29 Mar	Monday	Easter Monday
1 May	Saturday	Labor Day
6 May	Thursday	Ascension Day
16 May	Sunday	Eid al-Adha (estimated)
17 May	Monday	Whit Monday
1 Aug	Sunday	National Day
14 Aug	Saturday	Prophet's Birthday (estimated)
15 Aug	Sunday	Assumption Day
1 Nov	Monday	All Saints' Day
25 Dec	Saturday	Christmas Day