New Year's Day 2026 — Congo - Kinshasa
About New Year's Day
New Year's Day is a public holiday in Congo - Kinshasa, 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
Date January 1, 2026
Day Thursday
Type Public
Countries 
Congo - Kinshasa
Congo - Kinshasa Status This holiday has passed
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 Congo - Kinshasa (2026)
Sunday, January 4, 2026 Day of the Martyrs Friday, January 16, 2026 Anniversary of President Laurent Kabila Saturday, January 17, 2026 Anniversary of Prime Minister Patrice Emery Lumumba Friday, May 1, 2026 Labour Day Sunday, May 17, 2026 Liberation Day Tuesday, June 30, 2026 Independence Day Saturday, August 1, 2026 Parents' Day Friday, December 25, 2026 Christmas Day
Frequently Asked Questions
When is New Year's Day in 2026?
New Year's Day in Congo - Kinshasa is on January 1, 2026 (Thursday).
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Congo - Kinshasa?
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.