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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Independence Day
Sunday, August 16, 2026
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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
📣 Traveler notes
Gabon is a Central African country featuring diverse landscapes and wildlife across 13 national parks.
- US Independence Day: July 4.
- Gabonese Independence Day: August 16-17, 1960 (marks transition from France).
- Liberation Day: August 30.
- Other public holidays include Christian and Muslim festivals (e.g., Eid, Easter, Christmas).
- Locals are generally friendly, respectful, and helpful to visitors.
About this holiday
The US holiday of Independence Day, celebrated on July 4.