Holidays in Madagascar in 2026

This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Madagascar in 2026. Public holidays are special days that everyone gets off work, while observances are traditional celebrations and events that are popular in a particular country without a day-off work status. Some dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check this page in advance before visiting Madagascar.

Holiday name Holiday location / Date Holiday type
New Year's Day Madagascar
January 1 2026, Thursday
National
International Women's Day Madagascar
March 8 2026, Sunday
Observance
March Equinox Madagascar
March 20 2026, Friday
Seasonal
Martyrs' Day Madagascar
March 29 2026, Sunday
National
Easter Monday Madagascar
April 6 2026, Monday
National
Labor Day Madagascar
May 1 2026, Friday
National
Ascension Day Madagascar
May 14 2026, Thursday
National
Whit Monday Madagascar
May 25 2026, Monday
National
June Solstice Madagascar
June 21 2026, Sunday
Seasonal
Independence Day Madagascar
June 26 2026, Friday
National
Assumption of Mary Madagascar
August 15 2026, Saturday
National
September Equinox Madagascar
September 23 2026, Wednesday
Seasonal
All Saints' Day Madagascar
November 1 2026, Sunday
National
Republic Day Madagascar
December 11 2026, Friday
National
December Solstice Madagascar
December 21 2026, Monday
Seasonal
Christmas Day Madagascar
December 25 2026, Friday
National
New Year's Eve Madagascar
December 31 2026, Thursday
Observance