Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Gambia
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 18 February | Wednesday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 18 February | Thursday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Gambia.
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 19 February off and get 4 days in a row (Thu 18 Feb – Sun 21 Feb).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Banjul around 18 February: high 28°C (82°F), low 20°C (67°F), rain on 1% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Banjul. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Thursday 18 February in Banjul: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Gambia
Saturday, 6 March 2027
Independence Day in other countries
Algeria
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Central African Republic
Chad
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Djibouti
Eritrea
Eswatini
Gabon
Ghana
Guinea
More for Gambia
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.