Public holidays
Suriname · 2026
15 public holidays observed in Suriname during 2026. 4 school breaks shape travel demand. 6 long weekend opportunities.
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Wednesday, July 1, 2026
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January 2026
- Jan1New Year's Day
Thursday
February 2026
- Feb17
Lunar New Year
Tuesday
March 2026
- Mar4
Holi Phagwa
Wednesday
- Mar20
Eid al-Fitr
Friday
April 2026
- Apr3Good Friday
Friday
- Apr6Easter Monday
Monday
May 2026
- May1Labour Day
Friday
- May27
Eid al-Adha
Wednesday
July 2026
- Jul1
Freedom Day
Wednesday
August 2026
- Aug9
Indigenous Peoples Day
Sunday · Weekend
October 2026
- Oct10
Day of the Maroons
Saturday · Weekend
November 2026
- Nov8
Diwali
Sunday · Weekend
- Nov25
Independence Day
Wednesday
December 2026
- Dec25Christmas Day
Friday
- Dec26Boxing Day
Saturday · Weekend
LegendPublic holidayBridge day opportunityWeekend
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1New Year's Day🌉 4d
2Bridge day → New Year's Day
February 2026
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20Eid al-Fitr📅 3d
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3Good Friday📅 3d
6Easter Monday📅 3d
May 2026
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1Labour Day📅 3d
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June 2026
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1Freedom Day
August 2026
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September 2026
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November 2026
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8Diwali
25Independence Day
December 2026
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25Christmas Day📅 3d
26Boxing Day
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Long weekend opportunities
Smart windows to maximize your time off.
New Year's Day
Jan 1 – 4
4days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Lunar New Year
Feb 14 – 17
4days off
Sat14·
Sun15·
Mon16↓ off
Tue17★
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Eid al-Fitr
Mar 20 – 22
3days off
Fri20★
Sat21·
Sun22·
Falls naturally on a weekend.
Good Friday
Apr 3 – 6
4days off
Fri3★
Sat4·
Sun5·
Mon6★
Falls naturally on a weekend.
Labour Day
May 1 – 3
3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
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Falls naturally on a weekend.
Christmas Day
Dec 25 – 27
3days off
Fri25★
Sat26★
Sun27·
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 — peak travel demand from families.
Dec24
Christmas Vacation
Dec 24 – Jan 5 · 13 days
Apr2–12
Easter Vacation
Apr 2–12 · 11 days
May23–26
Pentecost Weekend
May 23–26 · 4 days
Aug19
Autumn Vacation
Aug 19 – Sep 30 · 43 days
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Important public holiday information · Suriname
General information
- •Islamic holidays (Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha) and Hindu holidays (Holi Phagwa, Diwali) are based on lunar calendars. Dates are estimates and may vary. Chinese New Year follows the Chinese lunisolar calendar.
Frequently asked questions
What are the public holidays in Suriname in 2026?
Suriname observes 15 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), Lunar New Year (February 17, 2026), Holi Phagwa (March 4, 2026), Eid al-Fitr (March 20, 2026), Good Friday (April 3, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Suriname have in 2026?
Suriname observes 15 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is New Year's Day in Suriname 2026?
New Year's Day in Suriname falls on January 1, 2026.
When is Lunar New Year in Suriname 2026?
Lunar New Year in Suriname falls on February 17, 2026.
When is Holi Phagwa in Suriname 2026?
Holi Phagwa in Suriname falls on March 4, 2026.
When is Eid al-Fitr in Suriname 2026?
Eid al-Fitr in Suriname falls on March 20, 2026.
When is Good Friday in Suriname 2026?
Good Friday in Suriname falls on April 3, 2026.
When is Easter Monday in Suriname 2026?
Easter Monday in Suriname falls on April 6, 2026.
When is Labour Day in Suriname 2026?
Labour Day in Suriname falls on May 1, 2026.
When is Eid al-Adha in Suriname 2026?
Eid al-Adha in Suriname falls on May 27, 2026.
When is Freedom Day in Suriname 2026?
Freedom Day in Suriname falls on July 1, 2026.
When is Indigenous Peoples Day in Suriname 2026?
Indigenous Peoples Day in Suriname falls on August 9, 2026.
When is Day of the Maroons in Suriname 2026?
Day of the Maroons in Suriname falls on October 10, 2026.
When is Diwali in Suriname 2026?
Diwali in Suriname falls on November 8, 2026.
When is Independence Day in Suriname 2026?
Independence Day in Suriname falls on November 25, 2026.
When is Christmas Day in Suriname 2026?
Christmas Day in Suriname falls on December 25, 2026.
When is Boxing Day in Suriname 2026?
Boxing Day in Suriname falls on December 26, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Suriname?
Most public holidays in Suriname are observed only on the exact date. Some countries grant a substitute weekday off when a holiday lands on a Saturday or Sunday — check the notes for each holiday above.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Suriname?
Yes — 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 Suriname?
Dates are sourced from official government publications and the relevant ministries. Always confirm regional and local observances closer to your travel date — especially for substitute holidays and bank-only days.