Holiday Calendar
Équateur Public Holidays 2026
National holidays for DR Congo applicable to Équateur.
Total Holidays
11
Next Holiday
Labour Day
Days Until Next
5
Year
2026
| Date | Local Name | English Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan 1, 2026 Thursday |
New Year's Day | New Year's Day | Public |
Jan 4, 2026 Sunday |
Martyrs Day | Martyrs Day | Public |
Jan 16, 2026 Friday |
Laurent-Désiré Kabila Assassination | Laurent-Désiré Kabila Assassination | Public |
Jan 17, 2026 Saturday |
Patrice Lumumba Assassination | Patrice Lumumba Assassination | Public |
Apr 6, 2026 Monday |
Kimbangu's Day | Kimbangu's Day | Public |
May 1, 2026 Friday |
Labour Day | Labour Day | Public |
May 17, 2026 Sunday |
Liberation Day | Liberation Day | Public |
Jun 30, 2026 Tuesday |
Independence Day | Independence Day | Public |
Aug 1, 2026 Saturday |
Parents' Day | Parents' Day | Public |
Aug 2, 2026 Sunday |
Congolese Genocide Day | Congolese Genocide Day | Public |
Dec 25, 2026 Friday |
Christmas Day | Christmas Day | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays does Équateur have in 2026?
Équateur follows the national holiday calendar of DR Congo, which has 11 public holidays in 2026.
What is the next public holiday in Équateur?
The next public holiday applicable to Équateur is Labour Day on May 1, 2026.
Are national holidays in DR Congo observed in Équateur?
Yes. All national public holidays of DR Congo are observed in Équateur. Some states may also have additional regional holidays.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Équateur?
Yes, banks and government offices in Équateur are typically closed on national public holidays. ATMs remain accessible.
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Équateur?
New Year's Day is an official public holiday in DR Congo, and is therefore observed in Équateur.
Do schools close on public holidays in Équateur?
Yes, schools in Équateur are generally closed on national public holidays as declared by DR Congo.
What currency is used in Équateur?
The official currency of Équateur is the same as DR Congo: Congolese franc.
What is the weather like in Équateur?
Check the current 3-day weather forecast for Équateur on our Weather page.