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Diwali

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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
THU 28 Holiday
FRI 29 Bridge Day
SAT 30 Weekend
SUN 31 Weekend

4-day weekend with a bridge day on October 29

📣 Traveler notes

The country is known for its rich blend of cultures and its largely preserved rainforest, making it an emerging ecotourism destination. Visitors can explore its natural environment and experience its diverse cultural heritage.

  • New Year's Day (January 1)
  • Revolution Day (February 25)
  • Workers' Day (May 1)
  • Indian Arrival Day (June 5)
  • Keti-koti (July 1) - Emancipation Festival

About this holiday

Suriname is a small republic located on the northeastern coast of South America. The country, which is largely covered by rainforest, has a highly multi-ethnic culture resulting from influences including Amerindian, Dutch, African, Javanese, and South Asian communities. Its capital and largest city is Paramaribo.