Public Holidays in Vanuatu (2026)
17 public holidays and 0 observances in 2026.
Overview
- Country
- Vanuatu
- Year
- 2026
- Public Holidays
- 17
- Observances
- 0
- 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 |
| Sat, Feb 21 | Mémoire du père de l'indépendance Rév. Dr. W.H. Lini | Public |
| Sun, Feb 22 | Public Holiday | Public |
| Thu, Mar 5 | Fête des chefs coutumiers | Public |
| Fri, Apr 3 | Good Friday | Public |
| Mon, Apr 6 | Easter Monday | Public |
| Fri, May 1 | Labour Day | Public |
| Thu, May 14 | Ascension Day | Public |
| Fri, Jul 24 | Journée Mondiale des Enfants | Public |
| Thu, Jul 30 | Independence Day | Public |
| Sat, Aug 15 | Assumption | Public |
| Sun, Aug 16 | Public Holiday | Public |
| Mon, Oct 5 | Constitution Day | Public |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Jour de l'Unité | Public |
| Fri, Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public |
| Sat, Dec 26 | Fête de Famille | Public |
| Sun, Dec 27 | Public Holiday | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many public holidays does Vanuatu have in 2026?
- Vanuatu has 17 public holidays in 2026.
- What is the next public holiday in Vanuatu?
- The next public holiday is Labour Day on Fri, May 1.
- What is the difference between a public holiday and an observance in Vanuatu?
- 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.