Vanuatu Public Holidays 2026
Vanuatu observes 17 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 21 | Saturday | Mémoire du père de l'indépendance Rév. Dr. W.H. Lini | Public |
| Feb 22 | Sunday | Public Holiday | Public |
| Mar 5 | Thursday | Fête des chefs coutumiers | Public |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 6 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 14 | Thursday | Ascension Day | Public |
| Jul 24 | Friday | Journée Mondiale des Enfants | Public |
| Jul 30 | Thursday | Independence Day | Public |
| Aug 15 | Saturday | Assumption | Public |
| Aug 16 | Sunday | Public Holiday | Public |
| Oct 5 | Monday | Constitution Day | Public |
| Oct 29 | Thursday | Jour de l'Unité | Public |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
| Dec 26 | Saturday | Fête de Famille | Public |
| Dec 27 | Sunday | Public Holiday | 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 Vanuatu
Public holidays in Vanuatu 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 Vanuatu have in 2026?
- Vanuatu has 17 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Vanuatu?
- The next public holiday in Vanuatu is Journée Mondiale des Enfants on July 24, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Vanuatu?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Vanuatu close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.