Mali Public Holidays 2025
Mali observes 11 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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December
All holidays in 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Wednesday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Jan 20 | Monday | Army Day | Public |
| Mar 26 | Wednesday | Martyrs' Day | Public |
| Mar 30 | Sunday | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Public |
| Apr 21 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| May 1 | Thursday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 25 | Sunday | Jour de l'Afrique | Public |
| Jun 6 | Friday | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | Public |
| Sep 4 | Thursday | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) | Public |
| Sep 22 | Monday | Independence 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 Mali
Public holidays in Mali 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 Mali have in 2025?
- Mali has 11 nationwide public holidays in 2025, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Mali?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Mali close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.