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Guyana Holidays 2025

Complete list of public holidays and observances

19 holidaysUpdated: 11/13/2025

About These Holidays

This list includes national holidays, public holidays, and observances for Guyana 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 Holiday
New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.
Public Holiday
February
Sun
Sunday, February 23, 2025
Mashramani (Republic Day)
Mashramani (Republic Day) is a public holiday in Guyana
Public Holiday
March
Fri
Friday, March 14, 2025
Phagwah (Holi)
Holi is a spring festival of colors celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and others. It celebrates the triumph of good over evil and the upcoming season of spring. The festival can last up to sixteen days.
Public Holiday
Thu
Thursday, March 20, 2025
March Equinox
March Equinox in Guyana (Georgetown)
Season
April
Fri
Friday, April 18, 2025
Good Friday
Good Friday is a global Christian observance two days before Easter Sunday.
Public Holiday
Mon
Monday, April 21, 2025
Easter Monday
Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday.
Public Holiday
May
Thu
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Labor Day / May Day
Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.
Public Holiday
Mon
Monday, May 5, 2025
Arrival Day
Arrival Day is a public holiday in Guyana
Public Holiday
Mon
Monday, May 26, 2025
Independence Day
Independence Day is a public holiday in Guyana
Public Holiday
June
Fri
Friday, June 6, 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 Guyana (Georgetown)
Season
July
Mon
Monday, July 7, 2025
CARICOM Day
CARICOM Day is a public holiday in Guyana
Public Holiday
August
Fri
Friday, August 1, 2025
Emancipation Day
Emancipation Day is a public holiday in Guyana
Public Holiday
September
Fri
Friday, September 5, 2025
Youman-Nabi (Mawlid)
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 Guyana (Georgetown)
Season
October
Mon
Monday, October 20, 2025
Deepavali
Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most popular Hindu festivals.
Public Holiday
December
Sun
Sunday, December 21, 2025
December Solstice
December Solstice in Guyana (Georgetown)
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
Fri
Friday, December 26, 2025
Boxing Day
Boxing Day is a public holiday in Guyana
Public Holiday

Understanding Guyana Holidays 2025

Holiday Culture in Guyana

Guyana exemplifies religious diversity with holidays honoring multiple faith traditions. This pluralistic approach reflects the nation's commitment to respecting all communities, with Islamic, Christian, and other religious festivals receiving official recognition.

Major Holidays in Guyana

New Year's Day Holiday

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

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

Public Holiday

Easter Monday

Monday, April 21, 2025

Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday.

Public Holiday

Independence Day

Monday, May 26, 2025

Independence Day is a public holiday in Guyana

Public Holiday

Holiday Pattern & Statistics

Guyana observes 19 official holidays in 2025. The typical range for countries in this region is 10-12 holidays annually.

Guyana's 19 official holidays reflect the nation's multi-religious heritage and guyanese traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.

Business Travel & Coordination

Guyana's diverse holiday calendar means there's almost always a celebration happening. Check the specific religious and ethnic makeup of your business contacts to avoid scheduling conflicts. Major cities usually maintain business operations, but specific communities may be unavailable during their holidays.

Cultural Traditions

Guyana'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 Guyana, 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 Guyana 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

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Stay Perfectly Synchronized

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