French Polynesia Public Holidays 2025
French Polynesia observes 14 public holidays in 2025. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
2025 at a glance
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All holidays in 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Wednesday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Mar 5 | Wednesday | Missionary Day | Public |
| Apr 18 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 21 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| May 1 | Thursday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 8 | Thursday | Victory Day | Public |
| May 25 | Sunday | Mother's Day | Observance |
| May 29 | Thursday | Ascension Day | Public |
| Jun 8 | Sunday | Pentecost | Observance |
| Jun 9 | Monday | Whit Monday | Public |
| Jun 29 | Sunday | Internal Autonomy Day | Public |
| Jul 14 | Monday | Bastille Day | Public |
| Aug 15 | Friday | Assumption | Public |
| Nov 1 | Saturday | All Saints' Day | Public |
| Nov 11 | Tuesday | Armistice Day | Public |
| Dec 25 | Thursday | 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 French Polynesia
Public holidays in French Polynesia 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 French Polynesia have in 2025?
- French Polynesia has 14 nationwide public holidays in 2025, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in French Polynesia?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in French Polynesia close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.
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