Burundi

Burundi : Public Holidays and Bank Holidays 2025 2026 2027

Public Holidays in Burundi

Burundi observes several public holidays throughout the year, reflecting its rich cultural heritage, religious beliefs, and historical milestones. These holidays include national celebrations, religious observances predominantly influenced by Christianity and Islam, and commemorations honoring past presidents and national unity.

• New Year's Day

  • Date: January 1
  • Significance: Marks the start of the new year.
  • Traditions: Family gatherings, celebrations, and reflections on the year ahead. A public holiday across Burundi.

• Unity Day

  • Date: February 5
  • Significance: Celebrates the unity of the Burundian people.
  • Traditions: Various events promoting national cohesion and peace.

• Eid ul-Fitr (estimated)

  • Date: Varies (Islamic calendar)
  • Significance: Marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting.
  • Traditions: Feasting, prayers, charity, and family visits. Date estimated based on lunar calendar.

• Eid ul-Fitr (estimated) (observed)

  • Date: Following the main Eid ul-Fitr day when the holiday is observed if it falls on a weekend or non-working day.

• President Ntaryamira Day

  • Date: April 6
  • Significance: Commemorates the legacy of President Melchior Ndadaye Ntaryamira.
  • Traditions: Public ceremonies and remembrance activities.

• President Ntaryamira Day (observed)

  • Date: Observed if the actual day falls on a non-working day to ensure public holiday observance.

• Labour Day

  • Date: May 1
  • Significance: Celebrates workers and labor contributions.
  • Traditions: Parades, speeches, and labor union events.

• Ascension Day

  • Date: Varies, 40 days after Easter Sunday (Christian holiday)
  • Significance: Commemorates the ascension of Jesus Christ to heaven.
  • Traditions: Church services and religious observances.

• Eid al-Adha (estimated)

  • Date: Varies (Islamic calendar)
  • Significance: Festival of Sacrifice, honoring the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son.
  • Traditions: Animal sacrifice, prayers, and feasts; date estimated based on lunar calendar.

• President Nkurunziza Day

  • Date: June 8
  • Significance: Honors the late President Pierre Nkurunziza.
  • Traditions: Memorial ceremonies, public gatherings.

• President Nkurunziza Day (observed)

  • Date: Observed to ensure a public holiday if the date falls on a weekend or non-working day.

• Independence Day

  • Date: July 1
  • Significance: Marks Burundi's independence from Belgium in 1962.
  • Traditions: Parades, cultural performances, speeches.

• Assumption Day

  • Date: August 15
  • Significance: Celebrates the Assumption of Mary into Heaven.
  • Traditions: Religious services, church attendance.

• Prince Louis Rwagasore Day

  • Date: October 13
  • Significance: Honors Prince Louis Rwagasore, a national hero and independence leader.
  • Traditions: Commemorative ceremonies.

• President Ndadaye's Day

  • Date: October 21
  • Significance: Commemorates President Melchior Ndadaye, the first democratically elected president.
  • Traditions: Memorial events.

• All Saints' Day

  • Date: November 1
  • Significance: Christian holiday honoring all saints.
  • Traditions: Church services and visiting graves.

• All Saints' Day (observed)

  • Date: Observed on an alternate day if November 1 falls on a non-working day.

• Christmas Day

  • Date: December 25
  • Significance: Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.
  • Traditions: Religious services, gift-giving, family gatherings.

• Eid al-Adha (estimated) (observed)

  • Date: Observed if the original holiday falls on a non-working day to allow for celebration.

• Assumption Day (observed)

  • Date: Observed on a different day if August 15 falls on a weekend or non-working day.

Site officiel de référence

• Government of Burundi official website