Angola Public Holidays 2026
Angola observes 11 public holidays in 2026. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
2026 at a glance
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All holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Feb 4 | Wednesday | Liberation Day | Public |
| Feb 17 | Tuesday | Shrove Tuesday | Public |
| Mar 8 | Sunday | International Woman's Day | Public |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 4 | Saturday | Peace Day | Public |
| Apr 5 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 3 | Sunday | Mother's Day | Observance |
| Sep 17 | Thursday | National Hero Day | Public |
| Nov 2 | Monday | All Souls' Day | Public |
| Nov 11 | Wednesday | Independence Day | Public |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 20, 2026
About public holidays in Angola
Public holidays in Angola are days when most schools, banks, government offices and many businesses are closed nationwide. Dates for religious and lunar-calendar holidays can shift from year to year, and governments occasionally move observed dates when a holiday falls on a weekend. Always confirm critical dates with an official source before booking travel or scheduling business.
Frequently asked questions
- How many public holidays does Angola have in 2026?
- Angola has 11 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Angola?
- The next public holiday in Angola is National Hero Day on September 17, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Angola?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Angola close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.