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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Eid al-Adha (estimated)
Thursday, May 28, 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
4-Day Block
THU
28
Holiday
FRI
29
Bridge Day
SAT
30
Weekend
SUN
31
Weekend
4-day weekend with a bridge day on May 29
📣 Traveler notes
The Gambia is a West African nation along the Gambia River, surrounded primarily by Senegal. It is known as the 'Smiling Coast' for its beaches, wildlife, and the historical town of Juffureh.
- Eid al-Adha is a widely observed Muslim festival, generally lasting 2–3 days.
- The festival includes large-scale animal slaughter for communal feasts.
- During celebrations, Gambian men and women typically wear fine attire.
- The Gambia celebrates its independence day on February 18.
- Always obtain permission before photographing people, as some Gambians have specific cultural beliefs regarding being photographed by strangers.
About this holiday
Eid al-Adha, the second major Islamic festival, occurs on the 10th of Dhu'l-Hijja (the twelfth lunar month). Celebrations typically span the three following days known as the Tashreeq days.