New Year's Day 2026 — Burkina Faso
About New Year's Day
New Year's Day is a public holiday in Burkina Faso, observed on January 1, 2026 (Thursday) in 2026. As an official public holiday, most government offices, banks, and schools are closed.
In 2026, New Year's Day falls on a Thursday, giving workers a day off during the workweek.
Key Facts
Burkina Faso New Year's Day — Date by Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | January 1, 2024 | Monday |
| 2025 | January 1, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 2026 | January 1, 2026 | Thursday |
| 2027 | January 1, 2027 | Friday |
| 2028 | January 1, 2028 | Saturday |
| 2029 | January 1, 2029 | Monday |
| 2030 | January 1, 2030 | Tuesday |
Other Public Holidays in Burkina Faso (2026)
Saturday, January 3, 2026 Anniversary of the 1966 Upper Voltan coup d'état Sunday, March 8, 2026 International Women's Day Friday, March 20, 2026 End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) Sunday, April 5, 2026 Easter Sunday Monday, April 6, 2026 Easter Monday Friday, May 1, 2026 Labour Day Thursday, May 14, 2026 Ascension Day Sunday, May 24, 2026 Pentecost Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) Wednesday, August 5, 2026 Independence Day
Frequently Asked Questions
When is New Year's Day in 2026?
New Year's Day in Burkina Faso is on January 1, 2026 (Thursday).
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Burkina Faso?
Yes, New Year's Day is an official public holiday. Most businesses, government offices, and schools are closed.
How many days until New Year's Day 2026?
New Year's Day 2026 was on January 1, 2026 and has already passed.