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Public Holiday
Nationwide
New Year's Day (observed)
Monday, January 3, 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
01
Weekend
SUN
02
Weekend
MON
03
Holiday
3-day weekend (January 1 – January 3)
📣 Traveler notes
Gambia, known as the 'Smiling Coast,' is a narrow West African country. It is largely bordered by Senegal and is recognized for its beaches, wildlife, and the town of Juffureh.
- National Independence Day is celebrated on February 18th.
- Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha are major celebrations involving community feasts and traditional attire.
- This content does not mention other specific holiday expectations.
About this holiday
The Islamic New Year, marking the start of the lunar Hijri year (Muharram), is observed by most Muslims. The Islamic calendar influences religious practices such as prayer and fasting. It is a public holiday in numerous countries.