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Public Holiday
Nationwide
Labour and Agriculture Day
Friday, May 1, 2026
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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
🛋️ Long weekend potential
3-Day Block
FRI
01
Holiday
SAT
02
Weekend
SUN
03
Weekend
3-day weekend (May 1 – May 3)
📣 Traveler notes
Haiti, situated on the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean, possesses a distinct post-colonial culture. It holds global significance as the first nation in the Americas established through a successful slave revolt and the first country to abolish slavery. Despite facing social and economic challenges, the country is noted for its warm and open population.
- January 1: New Year's Day/Independence Day
- January 2: Ancestry Day
- May 18: Flag and Universities Day
- August 15: Assumption
- October 17: Anniversary of the Death of Dessalines
- Dress modestly, particularly women. Treat locals with respect and equality. Always seek permission before photographing individuals and avoid photographing areas or subjects that locals might consider sensitive. Learning basic Haitian Creole is advised. Approach the pace of life with patience and dignity.
About this holiday
This content lists several historical Haitian holidays scheduled for 2026, including New Year's Day/Independence Day (January 1), Ancestry Day (January 2), Flag and Universities Day (May 18), Assumption (August 15), and the Anniversary of the Death of Dessalines (October 17).