Day of Freedoms
🏪 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 Block4-day weekend with a bridge day on July 2
📣 Traveler notes
Suriname is a small, multi-ethnic republic celebrated for its unique cultural blend, which includes indigenous, Dutch, African, Javanese, and South Asian influences. The country features largely untouched Amazon Rainforests, making it a growing ecotourism destination, attracting visitors interested in its natural beauty and cultural heritage.
- New Year's Day: January 1
- Revolution Day: February 25
- Workers' Day: May 1
- Indian Arrival Day: May 5
- Keti-koti (Emancipation Festival): July 1
- Always seek permission before taking photographs, particularly when visiting indigenous or culturally sensitive sites, as some areas may be considered sacred. Respect for local culture and the environment is advised.
About this holiday
Suriname, a republic located on the northeastern coast of South America, is characterized by its immense tropical rainforest coverage (over 90% of its territory). It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, French Guiana, Brazil, and Guyana. With a population of approximately 612,985 (as of 2021) and a capital of Paramaribo, Suriname is one of the smallest countries in South America.