Public Holiday Nationwide

Eid al-Adha (observed, estimated)

Name: Eid al-Adha (observed, estimated)
Start: 2028-05-08
End: 2028-05-08
Location: Gambia

Monday, May 8, 2028

May 2028

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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 06 Weekend

SUN 07 Weekend

MON 08 Holiday

3-day weekend (May 6 – May 8)

📣 Traveler notes

Gambia is a West African nation known for its beaches, wildlife, and the town of Juffureh, often called 'the Smiling Coast.'

Eid al-Adha is a significant festival observed by most Gambian residents and lasts 2–3 days.
Large feasts are held during Eid, involving the slaughter of animals for food.
People, especially women, typically wear new and fine clothing for the celebrations.
Always ask permission before photographing local people, as some may have personal beliefs regarding being photographed by strangers.

About this holiday

Eid al-Adha is the second major Islamic festival, traditionally celebrated on the 10th of Dhu'l-Hijja. Celebrations are often observed over the three subsequent days, known as the Tashreeq days.