How many public holidays does Ghana have in 2026?

Ghana has 13 official public holidays in 2026, listed above with their exact dates.

When is the first public holiday in Ghana in 2026?

The first 2026 public holiday in Ghana is New Year's Day, on 1 January.

Where can I plan Ghana long weekends for 2026?

Use the caldays long-weekend planner for Ghana to find every bridge day and turn a few days of leave into a longer break.

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Public holiday · Long weekend · World clock — Ghana 2026.

Next public holidayFounders Day4 Aug · in 20 days

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Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day

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Founders Day

1 Aug – 4 Aug

4days

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Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day

19 Sept – 21 Sept

3days

S19

S20

M21

Automatic — no leave needed · 3 days off

Farmers Day

28 Nov – 1 Dec

4days

S28

S29

M30

Take 1 day off → get 4 days off

Christmas Day

25 Dec – 27 Dec

3days

F25

S26

S27

Automatic — no leave needed · 3 days off

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