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Public holiday · Senegal

Mawlid (Gamou)

Mawlid (Gamou) 2026 in Senegal falls on mardi, 25 août 2026 — a public holiday in Senegal.

mardi, 25 août 2026
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Datemardi, 25 août 2026
StatusPublic holiday in Senegal
Time until4 days ago
Next occurrencesamedi, 14 août 2027
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Mawlid (Gamou) is a public holiday in Senegal. This page collects the date for each year, plus other holidays in the country's calendar.

History & origin

Mawlid (Gamou) is officially observed as a public holiday in Senegal. We are building out a longer history & traditions section for this holiday. In the meantime, the calendar below shows Mawlid (Gamou)'s date across multiple years and how it interacts with the country's long-weekend opportunities.

Traditions & customs

Mawlid (Gamou) observance varies by community and region within Senegal. Government offices, banks, and schools are typically closed.

Mawlid (Gamou) dates by year

Future dates for moving holidays (Easter, Eid, Lunar New Year, Diwali, etc.) are computed and approximate; the actual public-holiday date in some countries is fixed by official decree closer to the date.

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Frequently asked questions

When is Mawlid (Gamou) 2026 in Senegal?

Mawlid (Gamou) 2026 in Senegal falls on mardi, 25 août 2026, a national public holiday.

Is Mawlid (Gamou) a public holiday in Senegal?

Yes. Mawlid (Gamou) is a nationwide public holiday in Senegal.

How many days until Mawlid (Gamou)?

The countdown above shows the exact days, hours and minutes remaining. The year-by-year list below has Mawlid (Gamou)'s date in the surrounding years.

When is the next Mawlid (Gamou) after 2026?

The next Mawlid (Gamou) is samedi, 14 août 2027.

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