Overview of Holidays in Reunion

Summary:

This article introduces public holidays and special holidays in Reunion Island, which may affect the progress of freight.

Public Holidays

New Year's Day (Nouvel An): Every January 1st, Reunion celebrates the arrival of the new year, just like the rest of the world.
Easter (Pâques): The exact date of Easter varies from year to year, but is usually in the spring. It is an important Christian holiday that marks the resurrection of Jesus.
Labor Day (Fête du Travail): Every May 1st, Reunion celebrates Labor Day, just like other countries around the world, to honor the contributions of workers.
Ascension: The date of Ascension varies from year to year, but is usually 40 days after Easter. This holiday commemorates the ascension of Jesus.
Pentecôte: The date of Pentecost varies from year to year, but is usually 50 days after Easter. This holiday commemorates the Pentecost.
National Day (Fête Nationale): Every July 14th, the French National Day, is also the national day of Reunion, commemorating the French Revolution.
Christmas (No;l): Christmas is celebrated worldwide on December 25th, and Reunion Island also celebrates it accordingly.

Special Holidays

Sugarcane Festival (Fête de la canne): This festival is usually held during the sugarcane harvest season each year to celebrate the important contribution of sugarcane cultivation to the economy of Reunion Island. During the festival, people will hold various celebrations, such as parades and tasting sugarcane products.
Creole Festival (Fête créole): Creoles are descendants of immigrants from Africa, Europe and Madagascar, and their culture has had a profound impact on Reunion Island. The Creole Festival aims to celebrate Creole culture, and people will wear traditional costumes and perform traditional dances and music.
Volcano Festival (Fête du volcan): Reunion Island is famous for its active volcano, Piton de Fournaise. The Volcano Festival is usually held during a period of relatively calm volcanic activity to express awe and gratitude to nature. During the festival, people will organize activities such as hiking and viewing volcanic landscapes.
Hindu festivals: Since there are a large number of Indian residents in Reunion Island, Hindu festivals are also widely celebrated here. Common Hindu festivals include Diwali, Holi, etc.
Chinese New Year: Chinese residents in Reunion Island also celebrate the Chinese New Year, and people will hold traditional activities such as dragon and lion dances and eat New Year's Eve dinner.
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.