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Indonesia : Public Holidays and Bank Holidays 2025 2026 2027

Public Holidays in Indonesia

Indonesia has a rich and diverse cultural heritage that is reflected in its public holidays, which include religious, national, and traditional celebrations. These holidays capture the spirit of the nation's various ethnic groups and religions, including Islam, Christianity, Hinduism, and Buddhism, along with important historical events.

• New Year's Day
  Marks the beginning of the Gregorian calendar year on January 1st. It is celebrated with fireworks, gatherings, and festivities nationwide.

• Isra' and Mi'raj
  Commemorates the Prophet Muhammad's night journey and ascension to heaven. Observed with prayers and sermons, the date varies each year based on the Islamic lunar calendar.

• Lunar New Year
  Celebrated mainly by the Chinese-Indonesian community, this marks the start of the new lunar calendar year with family reunions, traditional foods, and lion dances.

• Day of Silence (Nyepi)
  A Hindu day of silence observed in Bali to mark the Balinese New Year. Activities cease, and people observe fasting, meditation, and silence for 24 hours, including no travel or noise.

• Eid al-Fitr
  Celebrates the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. It is a major holiday including prayers, feasting, and visiting family and graves.

• Eid al-Fitr Second Day
  The second day of Eid celebrations continues with family gatherings, communal prayers, and acts of charity.

• Good Friday
  Observed by the Christian community to honor the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Services and prayers are held in churches.

• Easter Sunday
  Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, marked by church services and festive family meals.

• International Labor Day
  Held on May 1st to honor workers and promote labor rights. It is marked by rallies and public events.

• Vesak Day
  A major Buddhist festival celebrating the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha, observed with prayers, meditation, and charity.

• Ascension Day
  Celebrated by Christians 40 days after Easter, marking Jesus Christ's ascension to heaven with services and prayers.

• Pancasila Day
  Observed on June 1st, it commemorates the birth of the Pancasila ideology, the foundation of the Indonesian state. Ceremonies underline national unity.

• Eid al-Adha
  Known as the Festival of Sacrifice, commemorates Ibrahim's devotion. It involves special prayers and animal sacrifice with meat distribution to the needy.

• Islamic New Year
  Marks the start of the Islamic lunar calendar year, observed with prayers and reflections.

• Independence Day
  Celebrated on August 17th, it marks Indonesia's independence from Dutch colonial rule in 1945. It features flag ceremonies, parades, and cultural events.

• Prophet's Birthday
  Celebrates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad with religious gatherings and sermons.

• Christmas Day
  Celebrated on December 25th by Christians to honor the birth of Jesus Christ, with church services and festive meals.

• Isra' and Mi'raj (estimated)
  An estimated date based on lunar calculations for the Prophet Muhammad's night journey and ascension.

• Lunar New Year (estimated)
  The estimated date for Lunar New Year based on lunar cycles.

• Eid al-Fitr (estimated)
  An estimated date marking the end of Ramadan.

• Eid al-Fitr Second Day (estimated)
  The day following the estimated first day of Eid al-Fitr.

• Eid al-Adha (estimated)
  An estimated date for the Festival of Sacrifice.

• Vesak Day (estimated)
  Estimated date for the Buddhist Vesak celebration.

• Islamic New Year (estimated)
  Estimated date for the Islamic New Year.

• Prophet's Birthday (estimated)
  Estimated date to observe the Prophet Muhammad's birth.

• Christmas Day; Isra' and Mi'raj (estimated)
  Refers to the recognized date of Christmas and the estimated date of Isra' and Mi'raj occurring around the same period.

Site officiel de référence

• Ministry of Manpower of the Republic of Indonesia – Public Holidays