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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Arrival Day
Tuesday, May 5, 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
SAT
02
Weekend
SUN
03
Weekend
MON
04
Bridge Day
TUE
05
Holiday
4-day weekend with a bridge day on May 4
📣 Traveler notes
Guyana is an English-speaking nation known for its South American nature, wildlife, birding, and rich culture. Most people live along the coast, leaving the interior for exploration.
- Major celebrations, such as Carnivals, occur for key dates like Republic Day and Independence Day.
- Important national dates include Independence Day (May 26th), Republic Day (February 23rd), and Constitution Day (October 6th).
- Remove shoes when visiting homes. Approach discussions regarding local politics or ethnic relations with tact and patience, as these topics can be sensitive.
About this holiday
Indian Arrival Day was originally established in Trinidad and Tobago to commemorate the arrival of East Indian immigrants during the indentureship period.