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
- 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 |
| 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 Labour Day on Fri, May 1.
- 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.