Guinea Public Holidays 2025
Guinea has 12 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 |
| 27 Mar | Thu | Laylat al-Qadr | public |
| 30 Mar | Sun | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | public |
| 3 Apr | Thu | National Holiday | public |
| 21 Apr | Mon | Easter Monday | public |
| 1 May | Thu | Labour Day | public |
| 25 May | Sun | Africa Day | public |
| 6 Jun | Fri | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | public |
| 15 Aug | Fri | Assumption | public |
| 4 Sep | Thu | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) | public |
| 2 Oct | Thu | Independence Day | public |
| 25 Dec | Thu | Christmas Day | public |
About Guinea's Holidays
Guinea marks a few big national holidays that bring the whole country together. Independence Day is the most important. Work stops for state events, parades, and speeches. Labour Day is also widely observed with gatherings and time off for workers.
Religious holidays shape the calendar a lot. Most people are Muslim so Islamic festivals like the end of Ramadan and the Feast of Sacrifice are public holidays. These days involve prayers, family meals, and visiting neighbors to share food and greetings.
There are also cultural and minority celebrations. Christians observe Christmas. Local traditions and remembrance days for national history are often observed with ceremonies, music, and community gatherings across towns and villages.
Holiday Traditions
Holidays in Guinea bring warm, busy days. Families clean homes, wear bright traditional clothes, and visit relatives. Respect for elders and sharing are very important. People exchange greetings and small gifts to show love and unity.
Food is central to celebration. Large pots of rice, stew, grilled meats, and spicy sauces are common. People cook together and offer dishes to neighbors. Special sweets and drinks appear for guests. Meals last long while stories and laughter are shared.
Public life is lively with music, drumming, and dancing in streets and squares. Religious leaders and community chiefs often lead prayers or speeches. Markets bustle and children join games. Many celebrations also include charity to help the less fortunate.
Travel Tips
During the holiday season many government offices, banks and schools close or have short hours. Some shops and services may shut for a day or two. Plan around reduced opening times when booking appointments.
Public transport can be slower and less frequent. Taxis run but fares may rise and you should agree price before starting. Domestic flights and buses may be crowded or change schedules, so book early and confirm times.
Markets and popular sites get very busy the days before holidays. Hotels fill up quickly and prices go up. Expect crowds in Conakry and major towns during festival periods.
Carry enough cash, a copy of your ID and a charged phone with local SIM. Allow extra travel time, check flight status, and respect local customs and dress.