Public Holidays in Suriname (2026)
16 public holidays and 1 observance in 2026.
Overview
- Country
- Suriname
- Year
- 2026
- Public Holidays
- 16
- Observances
- 1
- Next Holiday
- Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) (Wed, May 27)
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 |
| Tue, Feb 17 | Chinese New Year | Public |
| Wed, Feb 25 | Day of Liberation and Innovation | Public |
| Tue, Mar 3 | Holi Phagwa | 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 |
| Wed, Jul 1 | Emancipation Day | Public |
| Sun, Aug 9 | Indigenous People's Day | Public |
| Sat, Oct 10 | Day of the Maroons | Public |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Deepavali | Public |
| Wed, Nov 25 | Independence Day | Public |
| Fri, Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public |
| Sat, Dec 26 | Boxing Day | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many public holidays does Suriname have in 2026?
- Suriname has 16 public holidays in 2026.
- What is the next public holiday in Suriname?
- The next public holiday is Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) on Wed, May 27.
- What is the difference between a public holiday and an observance in Suriname?
- 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.