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Cameroon Holidays 2025

Complete list of public holidays and observances

18 holidaysUpdated: 11/13/2025

About These Holidays

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

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DateHolidayType
January
Wed
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
New Year's Day
New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.
Public Holiday
February
Mon
Monday, February 10, 2025
Youth Day Holiday
Youth Day Holiday is a public holiday in Cameroon
Public Holiday
Tue
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Youth Day
Youth Day is a public holiday in Cameroon
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
Thu
Thursday, March 20, 2025
March Equinox
March Equinox in Cameroon (Douala)
Season
Sun
Sunday, March 30, 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
Fri
Friday, April 18, 2025
Good Friday
Good Friday is a global Christian observance two days before Easter Sunday.
Public Holiday
Sun
Sunday, April 20, 2025
Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection, according to Christian belief.
Observance
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
Tue
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
National Day
National Day is a public holiday in Cameroon
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 Cameroon (Douala)
Season
August
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.
Observance
Mon
Monday, September 22, 2025
September Equinox
September Equinox in Cameroon (Douala)
Season
December
Sun
Sunday, December 21, 2025
December Solstice
December Solstice in Cameroon (Douala)
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 Cameroon Holidays 2025

Holiday Culture in Cameroon

Cameroon 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 Cameroon

New Year's Day

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

Sunday, March 30, 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

National Day

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

National Day is a public holiday in Cameroon

Public Holiday

Holiday Pattern & Statistics

Cameroon observes 18 official holidays in 2025. The typical range for countries in this region is 10-12 holidays annually.

Cameroon's 18 official holidays reflect the nation's christian-islamic heritage and cameroonian traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.

Business Travel & Coordination

Plan business travel to Cameroon 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

Cameroon'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 Cameroon, 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 Cameroon 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 Cameroon is regularly updated to ensure accuracy. Use this information alongside our Cameroon timezone tools and meeting planner to coordinate seamlessly with Cameroon and stay perfectly synchronized with local schedules.