Labour Day is a public holiday in Benin, observed on May 1, 2026. This is a national holiday observed across the entire country.

Holiday Details

HolidayLabour Day
Local NameLabour Day
DateMay 1, 2026
CountryBJ flag Benin
TypePublic
NationalYes — observed nationwide

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Labour Day in Benin?
Labour Day falls on May 1, 2026 in Benin.
Is Labour Day a public holiday?
Yes, Labour Day is an official public holiday in Benin. It is observed nationwide.
What is Labour Day called locally?
In Benin, Labour Day is known as "Labour Day".

All Public Holidays in Benin BJ flag

DateHolidayType
2026-01-10 Traditional Day Public
2026-04-05 Easter Sunday Public
2026-04-06 Easter Monday Public
2026-05-01 Labour Day Public
2026-05-14 Ascension Day Public
2026-05-25 Whit Monday Public
2026-08-01 Independence Day Public
2026-08-15 Assumption Day Public
2026-10-26 Armed Forces Day Public
2026-11-01 All Saints' Day Public
2026-11-30 National Day Public
2026-12-25 Christmas Day Public
2026-12-26 St. Stephen's Day Public
2026-01-01 New Year's Day Public
2026-01-10 Traditional Day Public

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