Public Holidays in Ghana (2026)
14 public holidays and 1 observance in 2026.
Overview
- Country
- Ghana
- Year
- 2026
- Public Holidays
- 14
- Observances
- 1
- Next Holiday
- Labour Day (Fri, May 1)
All Holidays (2026)
Public holidays are official days off when most businesses and government offices are closed. Observances are widely recognized occasions, but businesses typically remain open.
| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, Jan 1 | New Year's Day | Public |
| Wed, Jan 7 | Constitution Day | Public |
| Fri, Mar 6 | Independence Day | Public |
| Fri, Mar 20 | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Public |
| Fri, Apr 3 | Good Friday | Public |
| Sun, Apr 5 | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| Mon, Apr 6 | Easter Monday | Public |
| Fri, May 1 | Labour Day | Public |
| Wed, May 27 | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | Public |
| Tue, Aug 4 | Founders Day | Public |
| Mon, Sep 21 | Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day | Public |
| Fri, Dec 4 | Farmers Day | Public |
| Fri, Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public |
| Sat, Dec 26 | Boxing Day | Public |
| Mon, Dec 28 | Boxing Day (substitute day) | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many public holidays does Ghana have in 2026?
- Ghana has 14 public holidays in 2026.
- What is the next public holiday in Ghana?
- The next public holiday is Labour Day on Fri, May 1.
- What is the difference between a public holiday and an observance in Ghana?
- A public holiday is an official day off when most businesses are closed. An observance is a widely recognized occasion, but businesses typically remain open.