Gambia Holiday Overview
Summary:This article describes public holidays and special holidays in Gambia that may affect the progress of your shipment.
Public Holidays in the Gambia：
New Year - January 1
Celebrates the beginning of a new year. This is a national holiday, people usually take the day
off to rest and spend time with family and friends.
Independence Day - February 18
Commemorates Gambia's independence from Britain in 1965. This is a national holiday, people
usually take part in celebrations such as parades and concerts.
Labor Day - May 1
Celebrates the contributions of workers. This is a national holiday, people usually take the day
off to rest and participate in celebrations.
Eid al-Fitr - Date depends on the Islamic calendar
Celebrates the end of Ramadan. This is a Muslim holiday, people usually fast for a month and
then celebrate Eid al-Fitr.
Eid al-Adha - Date depends on the Islamic calendar
Commemorates the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham)'s devotion to Allah. This is a Muslim holiday, people
usually slaughter animals and share the meat with family and friends.
Christmas - December 25
Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, people usually attend church services, spend time with
family and friends, and exchange gifts.
Special Holidays in The Gambia:
Birth of the Prophet - Dates depend on the Islamic calendar
Commemorate the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad. This is a Muslim holiday where people usually
attend religious ceremonies and give alms to the poor.
Ascension Day - Dates depend on the Christian calendar
Commemorate the day when Jesus Christ ascended to heaven. This is a Christian holiday where
people usually attend church services and spend time with family and friends.
Pentecost - Dates depend on the Christian calendar
Commemorate the day when the Holy Spirit came. This is a Christian holiday where people usually
attend church services and celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit.
Mohammed's Ascension - Dates depend on the Islamic calendar
Commemorate the Prophet Muhammad's sacred journey from Mecca to Jerusalem. This is a Muslim
holiday where people usually attend religious ceremonies and recite the Quran.
Kurban - Dates depend on the Islamic calendar
Commemorate the Prophet Ibrahim's (Abraham) devotion to God. This is a Muslim holiday where
people usually slaughter animals and share the meat with family and friends
Whether shipping companies, airlines, freight forwarding companies, railways, express delivery and logistics companies are open for work depends on the policies of the specific companies. The business hours and services provided by the above companies may be affected.
| Holiday Name | Date |
| New Year | January 1, 2025 |
| Birthday of the Prophet | January 21, 2025 |
| Independence Day | February 18, 2025 |
| Labor Day | May 1, 2025 |
| Eid al-Fitr | April 24, 2025 |
| Ascension Day | May 29, 2025 |
| Pentecost | June 8, 2025 |
| Eid al-Adha | June 10, 2025 |
| Kurban | July 9, 2025 |
| Muhammad's Night Journey to Heaven |
July 28, 2025 |
| Christmas Day | December 25, 2025 |