Ghana Public Holidays 2025
Ghana has 15 public holidays and 1 observances in 2025. Explore the full holiday calendar below.
All Holidays
| Date | Day | Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Wed | New Year's Day | public |
| 7 Jan | Tue | Constitution Day | public |
| 6 Mar | Thu | Independence Day | public |
| 30 Mar | Sun | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | public |
| 31 Mar | Mon | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) (substitute day) | public |
| 18 Apr | Fri | Good Friday | public |
| 20 Apr | Sun | Easter Sunday | observance |
| 21 Apr | Mon | Easter Monday | public |
| 1 May | Thu | Labour Day | public |
| 6 Jun | Fri | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | public |
| 4 Aug | Mon | Founders Day | public |
| 21 Sep | Sun | Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day | public |
| 22 Sep | Mon | Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day (substitute day) | public |
| 5 Dec | Fri | Farmers Day | public |
| 25 Dec | Thu | Christmas Day | public |
| 26 Dec | Fri | Boxing Day | public |
About Ghana's Holidays
Ghana’s holidays mix national and cultural life. National days like Independence Day on March 6 celebrate freedom from colonial rule. Public holidays include New Year, Christmas, and Boxing Day, which are widely observed.
Religious holidays are important. Christian festivals like Good Friday and Easter are public holidays. Muslim festivals such as Eid al Fitr and Eid al Adha are also observed across the country.
There are special civic days too. May Day honors workers. Farmers Day celebrates agricultural contributions. Founders Day and Republic Day commemorate leaders and statehood milestones.
Local ethnic festivals add color and tradition. Events like Homowo, Hogbetsotso, and Aboakyir bring music, drumming, dance, and community rituals unique to regions.
Holiday Traditions
Holidays in Ghana are lively and colorful. People wear bright traditional clothes, sing, drum, and dance. Many attend church or mosque services. Families and communities honor ancestors by pouring libation and showing respect to chiefs and elders.
Food is central. Families cook big meals like jollof rice, fufu, kenkey, stews, and grilled fish or meat. Everyone shares dishes, with children and elders given special attention. Visiting relatives and exchanging small gifts and greetings is common during these times.
Public celebrations include durbars where chiefs sit in full regalia, parades, street music, and sometimes fireworks. Markets are busy, and community groups organize performances. The mood is joyful and focused on unity, thanks, and cultural pride.
Travel Tips
Visiting Ghana (GH) during the holiday season means many government offices and banks close for public and religious holidays. Some small shops and services close, but markets and tourist spots often stay open and lively.
Transport gets very busy. Book flights, buses, and ferries early. Airports, major roads and intercity stations see heavy traffic and long lines. Allow extra travel time between cities.
Expect crowded hotels and higher prices. Carry enough cash because some ATMs run low and smaller vendors prefer cash. Plan meals and tours ahead as popular restaurants fill up fast.
Stay aware of local events and security advice. Dress respectfully for celebrations. Check schedules before you go and confirm bookings to avoid surprises.