Public holidays

Angola Β·

15 public holidays observed in Angola during 2026. 6 school breaks shape travel demand. 8 long weekend opportunities.

Public holidays

15

Long weekends

8

School breaks

6

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In 103 days

All 2026 holidays

15 total
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January 2026

  1. Jan1
    New Year's Day

    Thursday

  2. Jan2

    New Year's Day Bridge

    Friday

February 2026

  1. Feb4

    Liberation Movement Day

    Wednesday

  2. Feb16
    Carnival Monday

    Monday

  3. Feb17
    Carnival Tuesday

    Tuesday

March 2026

  1. Mar8

    International Women's Day

    Sunday Β· Weekend

  2. Mar23

    Southern Africa Liberation Day

    Monday

April 2026

  1. Apr3
    Good Friday

    Friday

  2. Apr4

    Peace and National Reconciliation Day

    Saturday Β· Weekend

May 2026

  1. May1
    Labour Day

    Friday

September 2026

  1. Sep17

    National Hero Day

    Thursday

  2. Sep18

    National Hero Day Bridge

    Friday

November 2026

  1. Nov2
    All Souls' Day

    Monday

  2. Nov11

    Independence Day

    Wednesday

December 2026

  1. Dec25
    Christmas Day

    Friday

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Long weekend opportunities

Smart windows to maximize your time off.

New Year's Day

Jan 1 – 4

4days off
Thu1β˜…
Fri2β˜…
Sat3Β·
Sun4Β·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Carnival

Feb 14 – 17

4days off
Sat14Β·
Sun15Β·
Mon16β˜…
Tue17β˜…

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Southern Africa Liberation Day

Mar 21 – 23

3days off
Sat21Β·
Sun22Β·
Mon23β˜…

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Good Friday

Apr 3 – 5

3days off
Fri3β˜…
Sat4β˜…
Sun5Β·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Labour Day

May 1 – 3

3days off
Fri1β˜…
Sat2Β·
Sun3Β·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

National Hero Day

Sep 17 – 20

4days off
Thu17β˜…
Fri18β˜…
Sat19Β·
Sun20Β·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

All Souls' Day

Oct 31 – Nov 2

3days off
Sat31Β·
Sun1Β·
Mon2β˜…

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Christmas Day

Dec 25 – 27

3days off
Fri25β˜…
Sat26Β·
Sun27Β·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

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Plan your next long weekend

Choose a domestic or international Beevago pick for each upcoming break.

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School holidays 2026

When schools are closed β€” peak travel demand from families.

School typeAllHigher educationPrimary & secondary

Breaks by school type

Primary, secondary, and other school types have distinct calendars.

Higher education4 breaks
Dec22

Christmas Holidays

Dec 22 – Jan 2 Β· 12 days

Mar2

Inter-Semester Break

Mar 2–6 Β· 5 days

Aug3

Summer Holidays

Aug 3 – Sep 25 Β· 54 days

Dec21

Christmas Holidays

Dec 21 – Jan 1 Β· 12 days

Primary & secondary4 breaks
Dec22

Christmas Holidays

Dec 22 – Jan 2 Β· 12 days

Mar30

Easter Break

Mar 30 – Apr 10 Β· 12 days

Jun19

Summer Holidays

Jun 19 – Aug 31 Β· 74 days

Dec21

Christmas Holidays

Dec 21 – Jan 1 Β· 12 days

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Important public holiday information Β· Angola

General information

  • β€’When a public holiday falls on a Thursday, the following Friday is a bridge day (ponte). When it falls on a Tuesday, the preceding Monday is a bridge day. There is no Sunday substitute rule.

Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in Angola in 2026?
Angola observes 15 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), New Year's Day Bridge (January 2, 2026), Liberation Movement Day (February 4, 2026), Carnival Monday (February 16, 2026), Carnival Tuesday (February 17, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Angola have in 2026?
Angola observes 15 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is New Year's Day in Angola 2026?
New Year's Day in Angola falls on January 1, 2026.
When is New Year's Day Bridge in Angola 2026?
New Year's Day Bridge in Angola falls on January 2, 2026.
When is Liberation Movement Day in Angola 2026?
Liberation Movement Day in Angola falls on February 4, 2026.
When is Carnival Monday in Angola 2026?
Carnival Monday in Angola falls on February 16, 2026.
When is Carnival Tuesday in Angola 2026?
Carnival Tuesday in Angola falls on February 17, 2026.
When is International Women's Day in Angola 2026?
International Women's Day in Angola falls on March 8, 2026.
When is Southern Africa Liberation Day in Angola 2026?
Southern Africa Liberation Day in Angola falls on March 23, 2026.
When is Good Friday in Angola 2026?
Good Friday in Angola falls on April 3, 2026.
When is Peace and National Reconciliation Day in Angola 2026?
Peace and National Reconciliation Day in Angola falls on April 4, 2026.
When is Labour Day in Angola 2026?
Labour Day in Angola falls on May 1, 2026.
When is National Hero Day in Angola 2026?
National Hero Day in Angola falls on September 17, 2026.
When is National Hero Day Bridge in Angola 2026?
National Hero Day Bridge in Angola falls on September 18, 2026.
When is All Souls' Day in Angola 2026?
All Souls' Day in Angola falls on November 2, 2026.
When is Independence Day in Angola 2026?
Independence Day in Angola falls on November 11, 2026.
When is Christmas Day in Angola 2026?
Christmas Day in Angola falls on December 25, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Angola?
Most public holidays in Angola are observed only on the exact date. Some countries grant a substitute weekday off when a holiday lands on a Saturday or Sunday β€” check the notes for each holiday above.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Angola?
Yes β€” most banks, public administration offices, and the stock exchange close on national public holidays. Some retail and tourism businesses stay open.
What is a "bridge day"?
A bridge day is a regular working day that falls between a public holiday and a weekend (e.g. a Friday after a Thursday holiday). Many people take this day off to extend the long weekend without using extra vacation.
Are these dates official for Angola?
Dates are sourced from official government publications and the relevant ministries. Always confirm regional and local observances closer to your travel date β€” especially for substitute holidays and bank-only days.
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