Cape Verde Public Holidays 2026
13 public holidays and 252 business days in 2026.
| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, Jan 1 | Ano Novo | Day off |
| Tue, Jan 13 | Dia da Democracia | Day off |
| Tue, Jan 20 | Dia dos Heróis Nacionais | Day off |
| Tue, Feb 17 | Carnaval | Day off |
| Wed, Feb 18 | Quarta-feira de Cinzas | Day off |
| Fri, Apr 3 | Sexta-Feira Santa | Day off |
| Sun, Apr 5 | Páscoa | observance |
| Fri, May 1 | Dia do trabalhador | Day off |
| Mon, Jun 1 | Dia das Crianças | Day off |
| Sun, Jul 5 | Dia da Independência | Day off |
| Sat, Aug 15 | Dia da Padroeira Nacional | Day off |
| Sat, Sep 12 | Dia Nacional | Day off |
| Sun, Nov 1 | Todos os santos | Day off |
| Fri, Dec 25 | Natal | Day off |
Business days per month in 2026
| Month | Business days | Holidays | Calendar days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19 | 3 | 31 |
| February | 18 | 2 | 28 |
| March | 22 | 0 | 31 |
| April | 21 | 1 | 30 |
| May | 20 | 1 | 31 |
| June | 21 | 1 | 30 |
| July | 23 | 0 | 31 |
| August | 21 | 0 | 31 |
| September | 22 | 0 | 30 |
| October | 22 | 0 | 31 |
| November | 21 | 0 | 30 |
| December | 22 | 1 | 31 |
| Total | 252 | 9 | 365 |
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FAQ
How many business days are in 2026 in Cape Verde?
There are 252 business days in 2026 in Cape Verde, counting Monday to Friday and excluding 13 public holidays.
How many public holidays does Cape Verde have in 2026?
Cape Verde has 13 public holidays (days off) in 2026, starting with Ano Novo on Thursday, January 1, 2026.