Is today a public holiday in DR Congo?
Saturday, 17 October 2026
No public holiday on this date.
Next public holiday in DR Congo
Christmas Day
Is tomorrow a holiday in DR Congo? · All DR Congo public holidays 2026
The answer is worked out for the date in DR Congo's main time zone (Africa/Kinshasa). "Partly" means the day is a holiday only in some regions.
Upcoming public holidays in DR Congo
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Friday, 25 December 2026 | Christmas Day |
| Friday, 1 January 2027 | New Year's Day |
| Monday, 4 January 2027 | Martyrs Day |
| Saturday, 16 January 2027 | Laurent-Désiré Kabila Assassination |
| Sunday, 17 January 2027 | Patrice Lumumba Assassination |
| Tuesday, 6 April 2027 | Kimbangu's Day |
See the full DR Congo holiday calendar
Frequently asked questions
Is today a public holiday in DR Congo?
The answer is at the top of this page. It is calculated from the official holiday list for the country and the current date in Africa/Kinshasa, so it stays correct even if you leave the page open.
What does "Partly" mean?
Some public holidays apply only in certain regions, states or provinces. When the date is a holiday in some regions but not in the whole country, the page shows Partly and names the holiday.
How many public holidays does DR Congo have in 2026?
DR Congo has 11 nationwide public holidays in 2026. See the full list for DR Congo.
Are shops, banks and schools closed on public holidays in DR Congo?
Opening rules differ by country, by type of business and sometimes by holiday. Many offices, schools and banks close on public holidays, while shops, restaurants and transport may stay open or run reduced hours. For a specific business, check its own opening hours.
Is tomorrow a public holiday in DR Congo?
See is tomorrow a public holiday in DR Congo.
When is the next public holiday in DR Congo?
Christmas Day on Friday, 25 December 2026.