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Independence Day

Monday, June 26, 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 24 Weekend
SUN 25 Weekend
MON 26 Holiday

3-day weekend (June 24 – June 26)

📣 Traveler notes

Madagascar, located in the Indian Ocean off the eastern coast of Africa, is known for its unique biodiversity. Over 90% of its wildlife and 80% of its plants are found nowhere else.

  • January 1: New Year's Day
  • March 29: Martyrs Day
  • Easter (Variable)
  • June 26: Independence Day
  • November 1: All Saints Day
  • Respect local cultural taboos (fady), which may restrict certain activities. Use the respectful title "tompoko" when addressing elders or officials. Always obtain permission before taking photographs, especially at tombs. It is customary to meet with the village head first when visiting a remote village.

About this holiday

June 26 is Independence Day, commemorating Madagascar's independence from France in 1960.