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Independence Day

Tuesday, August 17, 2027
August 2027
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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

4-Day Block
SAT 14 Weekend
SUN 15 Weekend
MON 16 Bridge Day
TUE 17 Holiday

4-day weekend with a bridge day on August 16

📣 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.