Public Holiday Nationwide

World Religion Day

Sunday, January 17, 2027

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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

📣 Traveler notes

Suriname is a multi-ethnic South American republic blending indigenous, Dutch, African, Javanese, and South Asian influences. It offers ecotourism in its Amazon rainforest and is noted for its vibrant culture and friendly residents.

Jan 1: New Year's Day
Feb 25: Revolution Day
May 1: Workers' Day
June 5: Indian Arrival Day
July 1: Keti-koti (Emancipation Day)
Show respect for local culture and the environment. Always seek permission before photographing people or visiting sacred sites; a local guide can assist with permissions.

About this holiday

Religious diversity is central to Surinamese culture, supported by both the government and the community. The population is multi-faith, with major groups including Christianity (48.4%), Hinduism (22.3%), Islam (13.9%), Winti (1.8%), and Javanism (0.8%).