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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Laylat al-Qadr (estimated)
Monday, March 16, 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
14
Weekend
SUN
15
Weekend
MON
16
Holiday
3-day weekend (March 14 – March 16)
📣 Traveler notes
Gambia is a small West African nation by the Gambia River, surrounded by Senegal. Known as the 'Smiling Coast,' it is noted for its beaches, wildlife, and the town of Juffureh.
- The Gambia celebrates its Independence Day annually on February 18th.
- Major Muslim holidays, such as Eid, are widely observed and typically last 2–3 days.
- Communal feasting is common during Eid, sometimes involving the slaughter of thousands of animals.
- Gambians, especially women, wear their finest clothing during festive periods.
- New garments can be purchased for approximately D3,000 (Gambian dalasi).
- Always ask permission before photographing individuals due to local beliefs about being photographed by strangers.
About this holiday
Laylat al-Qadr is an estimated religious observance.