Prophet's Birthday
Nationwide public holiday in Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 25 August | Tuesday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2027 | 14 August | Saturday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2027 | 16 August | Monday | Prophet's Birthday (observed)Estimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced Observed day off for Prophet's Birthday (Sat 14 Aug) |
Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.
Where it applies
Everywhere in Cocos (Keeling) Islands.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Sat 14 Aug – Mon 16 Aug is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Forecast for Saturday 14 August in Cocos: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Saturday, 25 December 2027
Prophet's Birthday in other countries
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.