If you are planning a trip, knowing the public holidays in Ghana for 2025 can help you schedule your visit around the country’s major celebrations. From Independence Day on March 6 to Christmas on December 25, these holidays often come with cultural events, parades, and festivities. Some businesses and government offices may close, so it’s helpful to plan ahead.
For a deeper cultural experience, consider visiting during traditional festivals in Ghana like Akwasidae and Homowo. Below is a list of official public holidays in Ghana for 2025:
| Holiday | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | 1st January | Wednesday |
| Constitution Day | 7th January | Tuesday |
| Independence Day | 6th March | Thursday |
| Eid-Ul-Fitr | *** | *** |
| Eid-Ul-Adha | *** | *** |
| Good Friday | 18th April | Friday |
| Easter Monday | 21st April | Monday |
| May Day (Workers’ Day) | 1st May | Thursday |
| Founders’ Day | 4th August | Monday |
| Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day | 21st September | Sunday |
| Farmers’ Day | 5th December | Friday |
| Christmas Day | 25th December | Thursday |
| Boxing Day | 26th December | Friday |
Note: Eid-Ul-Fitr and Eid-Ul-Adha are movable feasts; their dates will be announced by the Office of the Chief Imam.
| Holiday | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| African Union Day | 25th May | Sunday |
| Republic Day | 1st July | Tuesday |
Note: Commemorative days are observed but are not public holidays.
For the official public holiday announcements, visit the Ministry of the Interior’s website.