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Public Holiday
Nationwide
July 22 Revolution Day
Thursday, July 22, 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
THU
22
Holiday
FRI
23
Bridge Day
SAT
24
Weekend
SUN
25
Weekend
4-day weekend with a bridge day on July 23
📣 Traveler notes
The Gambia is a small West African nation known as the 'Smiling Coast' for its natural attractions, beaches, and rich culture, particularly in towns like Juffureh.
- Independence Day is celebrated on February 18th.
- Major Muslim festivals (Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha) are observed, featuring large communal feasts and cultural dress.
- National or religious festivals often involve vibrant cultural displays and traditional attire.
- Always ask permission before photographing people, as some Gambians may have cultural beliefs regarding being pictured by strangers.
About this holiday
Revolution Day is a general term for public holidays commemorating significant historical turning points or political revolutions. Specific dates and meanings vary by country.