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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Africa Day
Monday, May 25, 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
🛋️ Long weekend potential
3-Day Block
SAT
23
Weekend
SUN
24
Weekend
MON
25
Holiday
3-day weekend (May 23 – May 25)
📣 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.