Burundi Public Holidays 2025
Burundi has 13 public holidays and 0 observances in 2025. Explore the full holiday calendar below.
All Holidays
| Date | Day | Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Wed | New Year's Day | public |
| 5 Feb | Wed | Unity Day | public |
| 30 Mar | Sun | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | public |
| 6 Apr | Sun | Ntaryamira Day | public |
| 1 May | Thu | Labour Day | public |
| 29 May | Thu | Ascension Day | public |
| 6 Jun | Fri | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | public |
| 1 Jul | Tue | Independence Day | public |
| 15 Aug | Fri | Assumption | public |
| 13 Oct | Mon | Rwagasore Day | public |
| 21 Oct | Tue | Ndadaye Day | public |
| 1 Nov | Sat | All Saints' Day | public |
| 25 Dec | Thu | Christmas Day | public |
About Burundi's Holidays
Burundi has a mix of national, public, and cultural holidays that matter to many people. National holidays celebrate the country and its history like Independence Day. Public holidays include New Year and Labour Day that mark rest and work rights for everyone.
Religious holidays are very important. Most people celebrate Christian feasts such as Easter and Christmas. There are also Muslim festivals like Eid al Fitr and Eid al Adha, observed by the Muslim community. These days often include family gatherings, prayers, and shared meals.
Burundi also marks days of remembrance and unity. Commemorations honor past leaders and victims of conflict. Local cultural events and market fairs can be lively public celebrations that reflect ethnic traditions and music.
Holiday Traditions
In Burundi, holidays bring families together. People travel to their home villages. They wear their best clothes and visit relatives. Children play outside and elders tell stories about their past and community.
Food is very important. Families cook shared meals with rice, beans, bananas and chicken. Special stews and fried treats are passed around. Neighbors often bring dishes to share so everyone eats together.
Public celebrations are lively. Towns host music, drumming and dancing in the streets. Markets are busy with vendors selling colorful fabrics and snacks. Community leaders sometimes give short speeches about unity and gratitude.
Travel Tips
During the holiday season in Burundi travel services and government offices often close or run on limited hours. Shops in smaller towns may shut for whole days. Expect fewer staff and slower services than usual.
Airports and major roads stay open but public buses can be crowded and fill early. Domestic flights may sell out sooner than normal. Plan extra time for transfers and allow delays when moving between cities.
Book flights, accommodations, and guided trips well in advance. Carry cash since many places and markets do not accept cards. Keep copies of important documents and know where hospitals and pharmacies are located.
Be respectful of local customs and family gatherings. Build flexibility into your schedule and confirm opening hours before heading out to avoid inconvenience.