Victory Day
Nationwide public holiday in French Guiana · Fête de la Victoire
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8 May | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 8 May | Saturday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in French Guiana.
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
Take Friday 7 May off and get 4 days in a row (Thu 6 May – Sun 9 May).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Cayenne around 8 May: high 28°C (83°F), low 25°C (78°F), rain on 99% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Cayenne. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Saturday 8 May in Cayenne: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in French Guiana
Monday, 17 May 2027
Victory Day in other countries
Azerbaijan
Bangladesh
Belarus
Cuba
Czechia
Estonia
France
French Polynesia
French Southern Territories
Guadeloupe
Kazakhstan
Kyrgyzstan
More for French Guiana
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.