New Year's Day 2026 — Ghana
About New Year's Day
New Year's Day is a public holiday in Ghana, 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
Ghana 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 Ghana (2026)
Wednesday, January 7, 2026 Constitution Day Friday, March 6, 2026 Independence Day Friday, March 20, 2026 End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) Friday, April 3, 2026 Good Friday Monday, April 6, 2026 Easter Monday Friday, May 1, 2026 Labour Day Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) Tuesday, August 4, 2026 Founders Day Monday, September 21, 2026 Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day Friday, December 4, 2026 Farmers Day
Frequently Asked Questions
When is New Year's Day in 2026?
New Year's Day in Ghana is on January 1, 2026 (Thursday).
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Ghana?
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.