Guinea-Bissau Public Holidays 2026
Official calendar of holidays and observances
Quick Facts
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Total Holidays
8
Public Holidays
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Religious
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Cultural
Official Holiday Calendar
New Year's Day
First day of the calendar year
Heroes Day
Day commemorating Amílcar Cabral
International Women's Day
Celebration of women's achievements
Labour Day
International Workers' Day
Eid al-Adha
Festival of Sacrifice
Pidjiguiti Day
Commemoration of dock workers massacre
Readjustment Movement Day
Commemoration of 1980 coup
Christmas Day
Christian celebration of the birth of Jesus
Discover Guinea-Bissau's Rich Holiday Heritage
Your guide to African celebrations — from ancient traditions to modern observances.
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Cultural Events
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Religious Festivals
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Regional
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Pan-African
Detailed Analysis
Historical Context
Cultural Insights
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Historical Timeline
Track celebrations from pre-colonial times to modern day.
Smart Filtering
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Regional Insights
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Calendar Integration
Track both solar and lunar calendar celebrations.