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Burkina Faso Holidays 2025

Complete list of public holidays and observances

21 holidaysUpdated: 11/13/2025

About These Holidays

This list includes national holidays, public holidays, and observances for Burkina Faso in 2025. Some holidays may be regional or observed only in specific locations.

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January
Wed
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
New Year
New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.
Public Holiday
Fri
Friday, January 3, 2025
Burkina Faso Popular Uprising Day
Burkina Faso Popular Uprising Day is a public holiday in Burkina Faso
Public Holiday
March
Sat
Saturday, March 1, 2025
Ramadan Start
Ramadan is a period of prayer, reflection and fasting for many Muslims worldwide. It is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar.
Observance
Sat
Saturday, March 8, 2025
International Women's Day
International Women's Day is a public holiday in Burkina Faso
Public Holiday
Thu
Thursday, March 20, 2025
March Equinox
March Equinox in Burkina Faso (Ouagadougou)
Season
Mon
Monday, March 31, 2025
Eid al-Fitr
Eid al-Fitr is a holiday to mark the end of the Islamic month of Ramadan, during which Muslims fast during the hours of daylight.
Public Holiday
April
Mon
Monday, April 21, 2025
Easter Monday
Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday.
Public Holiday
May
Thu
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Labour Day
Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.
Public Holiday
Thu
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Day of Customs and Traditions
Day of Customs and Traditions is a public holiday in Burkina Faso
Public Holiday
Thu
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Ascension Day
Ascension Day is the 40th day of Easter. It is a religious holiday that commemorates the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven.
Public Holiday
June
Sat
Saturday, June 7, 2025
Eid al-Adha
Eid al-Adha (Id ul-Adha) is an Islamic festival falling on the 10th day of the month of Dhul Hijja (Thou al-Hijja) to commemorate the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son.
Public Holiday
Sat
Saturday, June 21, 2025
June Solstice
June Solstice in Burkina Faso (Ouagadougou)
Season
August
Tue
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
National Day
National Day is a public holiday in Burkina Faso
Public Holiday
Fri
Friday, August 15, 2025
Assumption of Mary
The Christian feast of the Assumption of Mary is on or around Aug 15 in most countries. A few celebrate Assumption Day at other times of the year.
Public Holiday
September
Fri
Friday, September 5, 2025
The Prophet's Birthday
Mawlid, or Milad, marks the birth of the Islamic prophet Muhammed, or Mohamed, in the year 570 of the Gregorian calendar.
Public Holiday
Mon
Monday, September 22, 2025
September Equinox
September Equinox in Burkina Faso (Ouagadougou)
Season
October
Fri
Friday, October 31, 2025
Martyrs' Day
Martyrs' Day is a public holiday in Burkina Faso
Public Holiday
November
Sat
Saturday, November 1, 2025
All Saints’ Day
Many churches honor all their saints on All Saints' Day, also known as All Hallows' Day.
Public Holiday
December
Thu
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Proclamation of Independence Day
Proclamation of Independence Day is a public holiday in Burkina Faso
Public Holiday
Sun
Sunday, December 21, 2025
December Solstice
December Solstice in Burkina Faso (Ouagadougou)
Season
Thu
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is one of the biggest Christian celebrations and falls on December 25 in the Gregorian calendar.
Public Holiday

Understanding Burkina Faso Holidays 2025

Holiday Culture in Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso celebrates a unique blend of cultural, religious, and national holidays throughout the year. The holiday calendar reflects the nation's rich heritage and diverse traditions.

Major Holidays in Burkina Faso

New Year

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.

Public Holiday

Eid al-Fitr

Monday, March 31, 2025

Eid al-Fitr is a holiday to mark the end of the Islamic month of Ramadan, during which Muslims fast during the hours of daylight.

Public Holiday

Easter Monday

Monday, April 21, 2025

Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday.

Public Holiday

Holiday Pattern & Statistics

Burkina Faso observes 21 official holidays in 2025. The typical range for countries in this region is 10-12 holidays annually.

Burkina Faso's 21 official holidays reflect the nation's islamic-animist heritage and mossi traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.

Business Travel & Coordination

Plan business travel to Burkina Faso carefully around major holidays when offices close and transportation becomes congested. Check regional variations as holiday observance may differ across provinces or states.

Cultural Traditions

Burkina Faso's holiday traditions emphasize family gatherings, traditional foods, and community celebrations. Many holidays involve multi-day festivities with distinct customs for each day.

Timezone Coordination Tips

When coordinating meetings with Burkina Faso, verify holiday schedules in advance as dates may vary, especially for lunar calendar-based holidays. Use SyncMyTime's timezone tools to ensure perfect scheduling alignment.

Why Check Burkina Faso Public Holidays?

  • Plan business meetings and avoid scheduling conflicts during bank closures
  • Coordinate with remote teams and international colleagues across time zones
  • Book travel and accommodations around peak holiday periods for better rates
  • Respect cultural and religious observances important to local communities
  • Optimize project timelines and deadlines accounting for reduced business days
  • Anticipate supply chain and logistics disruptions during major holidays

Frequently Asked Questions

Stay Perfectly Synchronized

Our holiday calendar for Burkina Faso is regularly updated to ensure accuracy. Use this information alongside our Burkina Faso timezone tools and meeting planner to coordinate seamlessly with Burkina Faso and stay perfectly synchronized with local schedules.