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Africa Day

Tuesday, May 25, 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 22 Weekend
SUN 23 Weekend
MON 24 Bridge Day
TUE 25 Holiday

4-day weekend with a bridge day on May 24

📣 Traveler notes

Known as the Smiling Coast, the Gambia is noted for its beaches, wildlife, and the historical town of Juffureh.

  • Major national holidays include independence day on February 18th.
  • The population observes various national holidays and the multi-day Islamic festival of Eid.
  • During Eid, large feasts and animal slaughter occur, and many people, especially women, wear new, elaborate clothing.
  • Always ask for permission before photographing local residents.

About this holiday

The Gambia is a small West African nation located along the Gambia River, bordered mostly by Senegal and possessing a western border on the Atlantic Ocean.