Independence Day 2025 — Burkina Faso
About Independence Day
Independence Day is a public holiday in Burkina Faso, observed on August 5, 2025 (Tuesday) in 2025. As an official public holiday, most government offices, banks, and schools are closed.
In 2025, Independence Day falls on a Tuesday, giving workers a day off during the workweek.
Key Facts
Burkina Faso Independence Day — Date by Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | August 5, 2024 | Monday |
| 2025 | August 5, 2025 | Tuesday |
| 2026 | August 5, 2026 | Wednesday |
| 2027 | August 5, 2027 | Thursday |
| 2028 | August 5, 2028 | Saturday |
| 2029 | August 5, 2029 | Sunday |
| 2030 | August 5, 2030 | Monday |
Other Public Holidays in Burkina Faso (2025)
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 New Year's Day Friday, January 3, 2025 Anniversary of the 1966 Upper Voltan coup d'état Saturday, March 8, 2025 International Women's Day Sunday, March 30, 2025 End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) Sunday, April 20, 2025 Easter Sunday Monday, April 21, 2025 Easter Monday Thursday, May 1, 2025 Labour Day Thursday, May 29, 2025 Ascension Day Friday, June 6, 2025 Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) Sunday, June 8, 2025 Pentecost
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Independence Day in 2025?
Independence Day in Burkina Faso is on August 5, 2025 (Tuesday).
Is Independence Day a public holiday in Burkina Faso?
Yes, Independence Day is an official public holiday. Most businesses, government offices, and schools are closed.
How many days until Independence Day 2025?
Independence Day 2025 was on August 5, 2025 and has already passed.