Public holidays in Cape Verde
Public holiday dates are listed below.
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day |
| Tuesday, January 13, 2026 | Democracy Day |
| Tuesday, January 20, 2026 | Heroes' Day |
| Tuesday, February 17, 2026 | Shrove Tuesday |
| Wednesday, February 18, 2026 | Ash Wednesday |
| Friday, April 3, 2026 | Good Friday |
| Friday, May 1, 2026 | Labour Day |
| Monday, June 1, 2026 | Children's Day |
| Sunday, July 5, 2026 | Independence Day |
| Saturday, August 15, 2026 | Assumption |
| Saturday, September 12, 2026 | National Day |
| Sunday, November 1, 2026 | All Saints' Day |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day |
About this calendar
This calendar includes public holidays and substitute days for Cape Verde from 2026 through 2031. Regional and employer closures can differ. Islamic dates and future government-announced workday swaps can change after local announcements.