Madagascar holiday calendar
Public holidays in Madagascar 2026
Calendar compilation last reviewed
Plan the year with every Madagascar public holiday, regional date and major cultural observance in our calendar. Each entry links to a detailed guide covering its history, status, traditions and sources.
- Public holidays
- 15
- Regional dates
- 0
- Observances
- 0
- Substitute dates
- 0
How public holidays work in Madagascar
The calendar separates public holidays from regional dates and cultural observances. Public holidays are the broadest category in our Madagascar calendar. Regional holidays may apply only in a particular state, province, territory or community, while an observance does not automatically mean that workplaces, schools or public services close.
No separate substitute dates are currently listed for 2026. Weekend and time-off rules can still vary by employer, region and holiday, so consult the linked guide and primary source before making arrangements. May is the busiest month, with 5 listed dates.
Madagascar holiday dates in 2026
The table lists 15 calendar entries. Follow a holiday name for its full background, observance details and traditions.
| Date | Holiday | Type | Observed day |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's DayMadagascar's January 1 paid public holiday opening the Gregorian civil year. Its exact 2026 legal scope follows Decree No. 2026-006. | Public holiday | — | |
| International Women's DayMadagascar's March 8 paid holiday restricted by decree to women workers. Its exact 2026 legal scope follows Decree No. 2026-006. | Public holiday | — | |
| Eid al-FitrMadagascar's nationwide paid Eid al-Fitr holiday, confirmed as March 20 in 2026. Its exact 2026 legal scope follows Decree No. 2026-006. | Public holiday | — | |
| Martyrs' DayThe March 29 paid holiday remembering the 1947 uprising and colonial repression. Its exact 2026 legal scope follows Decree No. 2026-006. | Public holiday | — | |
| Easter SundayMadagascar's paid Christian public holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus. Its exact 2026 legal scope follows Decree No. 2026-006. | Public holiday | — | |
| Easter MondayThe separately listed paid holiday following Easter Sunday in Madagascar. Its exact 2026 legal scope follows Decree No. 2026-006. | Public holiday | — | |
| Labour DayMadagascar's May 1 paid holiday for workers, labour rights and solidarity. Its exact 2026 legal scope follows Decree No. 2026-006. | Public holiday | — | |
| Ascension DayMadagascar's paid Christian holiday on the fortieth day of the Easter season. Its exact 2026 legal scope follows Decree No. 2026-006. | Public holiday | — | |
| Pentecost SundayMadagascar's paid Christian holiday fifty days into the Easter season. Its exact 2026 legal scope follows Decree No. 2026-006. | Public holiday | — | |
| Whit MondayMadagascar's separately listed paid holiday after Pentecost Sunday. Its exact 2026 legal scope follows Decree No. 2026-006. | Public holiday | — | |
| Eid al-AdhaMadagascar's nationwide paid Feast of Sacrifice holiday on May 27 in 2026. Its exact 2026 legal scope follows Decree No. 2026-006. | Public holiday | — | |
| Independence DayMadagascar's June 26 national holiday marking full independence in 1960. Its exact 2026 legal scope follows Decree No. 2026-006. | Public holiday | — | |
| AssumptionMadagascar's August 15 paid Christian holiday for the Assumption of Mary. Its exact 2026 legal scope follows Decree No. 2026-006. | Public holiday | — | |
| All Saints' DayMadagascar's November 1 paid Christian holiday honouring the saints. Its exact 2026 legal scope follows Decree No. 2026-006. | Public holiday | — | |
| Christmas DayMadagascar's December 25 paid holiday for Christmas worship and family life. Its exact 2026 legal scope follows Decree No. 2026-006. | Public holiday | — |
Sources for Madagascar holidays
Calendar dates and classifications are checked against the primary calendar sources below. Historical and cultural claims have additional citations on each individual holiday guide.
- cnlegis.gov.mgPrimary calendar source
- fr.allafrica.comPrimary calendar source
- midi-madagasikara.mgPrimary calendar source