Holidays in Mali in 2026

This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Mali 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 Mali.

Holiday name Holiday location / Date Holiday type
New Year Mali
January 1 2026, Thursday
National
Army Day Mali
January 20 2026, Tuesday
National
Eid al-Fitr Mali
March 20 2026, Friday
National
March Equinox Mali
March 20 2026, Friday
Seasonal
Martyrs' Day Mali
March 26 2026, Thursday
National
Easter Monday Mali
April 6 2026, Monday
National
Workers' Day Mali
May 1 2026, Friday
National
Africa Day Mali
May 25 2026, Monday
National
Whit Monday Mali
May 25 2026, Monday
Observance
Eid al-Adha Mali
May 27 2026, Wednesday
National
June Solstice Mali
June 21 2026, Sunday
Seasonal
The Prophet's Birthday Mali
August 26 2026, Wednesday
National
Independence Day Mali
September 22 2026, Tuesday
National
September Equinox Mali
September 23 2026, Wednesday
Seasonal
December Solstice Mali
December 21 2026, Monday
Seasonal
Christmas Day Mali
December 25 2026, Friday
National