Holidays in Sierra Leone in 2026

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

Holiday name Holiday location / Date Holiday type
New Year Sierra Leone
January 1 2026, Thursday
National
International Women's Day Sierra Leone
March 8 2026, Sunday
National
International Women's Day Sierra Leone
March 9 2026, Monday
National
Eid al-Fitr Sierra Leone
March 20 2026, Friday
National
March Equinox Sierra Leone
March 20 2026, Friday
Seasonal
Good Friday Sierra Leone
April 3 2026, Friday
National
Easter Monday Sierra Leone
April 6 2026, Monday
National
Independence Day Sierra Leone
April 27 2026, Monday
National
Tabaski Sierra Leone
May 27 2026, Wednesday
National
June Solstice Sierra Leone
June 21 2026, Sunday
Seasonal
The Prophet's Birthday Sierra Leone
August 26 2026, Wednesday
National
September Equinox Sierra Leone
September 23 2026, Wednesday
Seasonal
December Solstice Sierra Leone
December 21 2026, Monday
Seasonal
Christmas Day Sierra Leone
December 25 2026, Friday
National
Boxing Day Sierra Leone
December 26 2026, Saturday
National