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Madagascar 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 Madagascar 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's Day
New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.
Public Holiday
March
Sun
Sunday, March 2, 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 national holiday in Madagascar
National holiday
Thu
Thursday, March 20, 2025
March Equinox
March Equinox in Madagascar (Antananarivo)
Season
Sat
Saturday, March 29, 2025
Martyrs' Day
Martyrs' Day is a public holiday in Madagascar
Public Holiday
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
Sun
Sunday, April 20, 2025
Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection, according to Christian belief.
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
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 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
Sun
Sunday, June 8, 2025
Whit Sunday
Many Christians all over the world annually observe Pentecost, also known as Whitsunday or Whit Sunday.
Public Holiday
Mon
Monday, June 9, 2025
Whit Monday
Whit Monday, or Pentecost Monday, is a Christian holiday that falls on the day after Pentecost, which is also known as Whit Sunday or Whitsunday.
Public Holiday
Sat
Saturday, June 21, 2025
June Solstice
June Solstice in Madagascar (Antananarivo)
Season
Thu
Thursday, June 26, 2025
Independence Day
Independence Day is a public holiday in Madagascar
Public Holiday
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
Mon
Monday, September 22, 2025
September Equinox
September Equinox in Madagascar (Antananarivo)
Season
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
Sun
Sunday, December 21, 2025
December Solstice
December Solstice in Madagascar (Antananarivo)
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
Wed
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
New Year's Eve
New Year’s Eve is the last day of the year, December 31, in the Gregorian calendar.
Observance

Understanding Madagascar Holidays 2025

Holiday Culture in Madagascar

Madagascar 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 Madagascar

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

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 Sunday

Sunday, April 20, 2025

Easter Sunday commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection, according to Christian belief.

Public Holiday

Holiday Pattern & Statistics

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

Madagascar's 21 official holidays reflect the nation's christian-animist heritage and malagasy traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.

Business Travel & Coordination

Plan business travel to Madagascar 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

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