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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Armed Forces Day; Commemoration of the Battle of Vertieres
Saturday, November 18, 2028
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🏪 What's open
- Banks Reduced
- Government offices Closed
- Schools Closed
- Shops Varies
- Restaurants Reduced
- Public transit Reduced
- Stock market Closed
- Post office Closed
📣 Traveler notes
Haiti is a post-colonial nation located on the western half of Hispaniola. It has a unique history, being the first country in the Americas to abolish slavery. Despite socio-economic and political challenges, the country possesses a rich culture and an influential diaspora.
- New Year's Day and Independence Day (January 1)
- Ancestry Day (January 2)
- Flag and Universities Day (May 18)
- Assumption (August 15)
- Anniversary of the Death of Dessalines (October 17)
About this holiday
This national holiday honors Haiti's armed forces or a specific military branch. It is a patriotic observance that acknowledges the personnel, history, achievements, and sacrifices of the military.