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Public Holiday Nationwide

Easter Monday; Women's Rights Day

Monday, April 17, 2028
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🏪 What's open

  • Banks Closed
  • Government offices Closed
  • Schools Closed
  • Shops Varies
  • Restaurants Varies
  • Public transit Reduced
  • Stock market Closed
  • Post office Closed

🛋️ Long weekend potential

3-Day Block
SAT 15 Weekend
SUN 16 Weekend
MON 17 Holiday

3-day weekend (April 15 – April 17)

📣 Traveler notes

Gabon is a Central African nation known for its diverse landscapes and wildlife, which are protected across its 13 national parks.

  • Independence Day: August 16-17 (Commemorates French withdrawal)
  • Liberation Day: August 30
  • Public holidays include Christian and Muslim festivals (e.g., Eid, Easter, Christmas).
  • Locals are generally friendly, respectful, and helpful to visitors.

About this holiday

This holiday honors motherhood and maternal influence. While dates vary globally (often March or May), it complements other family holidays such as Father's Day.