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Suriname 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 Suriname 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
Wed
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year is the first day of the Chinese calendar, which is a lunisolar calendar mainly used for traditional celebrations.
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
Fri
Friday, March 14, 2025
Holi Phagwa
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 Suriname (Paramaribo)
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
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.
Christian
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
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 Suriname (Paramaribo)
Season
July
Tue
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Freedom Day
Freedom Day is a public holiday in Suriname
Public Holiday
August
Sat
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Indigenous Peoples Day
Indigenous Peoples Day is a public holiday in Suriname
Public Holiday
September
Mon
Monday, September 22, 2025
September Equinox
September Equinox in Suriname (Paramaribo)
Season
October
Fri
Friday, October 10, 2025
Day of the Maroons
Day of the Maroons is a public holiday in Suriname
Public Holiday
Mon
Monday, October 20, 2025
Diwali
Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most popular Hindu festivals.
Public Holiday
November
Tue
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Independence Day
Independence Day is a public holiday in Suriname
Public Holiday
December
Sun
Sunday, December 21, 2025
December Solstice
December Solstice in Suriname (Paramaribo)
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 Suriname
Public Holiday

Understanding Suriname Holidays 2025

Holiday Culture in Suriname

Suriname 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 Suriname

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

Lunar New Year

Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Lunar New Year is the first day of the Chinese calendar, which is a lunisolar calendar mainly used for traditional celebrations.

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

Holiday Pattern & Statistics

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

Suriname's 21 official holidays reflect the nation's multi-religious-diverse heritage and surinamese traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.

Business Travel & Coordination

Plan business travel to Suriname 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

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