Mauritius Public Holidays 2026
Mauritius observes 15 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.
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All holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Jan 2 | Friday | New Year Holiday | Public |
| Feb 1 | Sunday | Abolition of Slavery | Public |
| Feb 1 | Sunday | Thaipoosam Cavadee | Public |
| Feb 15 | Sunday | Maha Shivaratree | Public |
| Feb 17 | Tuesday | Chinese Spring Festival | Public |
| Mar 12 | Thursday | National Day | Public |
| Mar 19 | Thursday | Ugadi | Public |
| Mar 21 | Saturday | Eid-Ul-Fitr | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| Sep 16 | Wednesday | Ganesh Chaturthi | Public |
| Nov 1 | Sunday | All Saints' Day | Public |
| Nov 2 | Monday | Arrival of Indentured Labourers | Public |
| Nov 8 | Sunday | Divali | 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 Mauritius
Public holidays in Mauritius 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 Mauritius have in 2026?
- Mauritius has 15 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Mauritius?
- The next public holiday in Mauritius is Ganesh Chaturthi on September 16, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Mauritius?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Mauritius close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.
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