Long weekends in Burkina Faso, 2027.
Burkina Faso, 2027: 6 long weekends. 4 cost no leave at all, and 2 days of leave add the other 2, for 20 days off in total.
Long weekends that need no leave
- 1 January to 3 January: 3 days off, no leave needed (New Year's Day, Revolution Day)
- 6 March to 8 March: 3 days off, no leave needed (International Women’s Day)
- 27 March to 29 March: 3 days off, no leave needed (Easter Monday)
- 30 October to 1 November: 3 days off, no leave needed (Martyrs' Day, All Saints' Day)
Bridge days worth taking
- 6 May to 9 May: 4 days off, take Fri 7 May as leave (Ascension Day)
- 5 August to 8 August: 4 days off, take Fri 6 Aug as leave (Independence Day)
Public holidays in Burkina Faso, 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Friday 1 January | New Year's Day |
| Sunday 3 January | Revolution Day |
| Monday 8 March | International Women’s Day |
| Monday 29 March | Easter Monday |
| Saturday 1 May | Labour Day |
| Thursday 6 May | Ascension Day |
| Saturday 15 May | Day of Customs and Traditions |
| Thursday 5 August | Independence Day |
| Sunday 15 August | Assumption Day |
| Sunday 31 October | Martyrs' Day |
| Monday 1 November | All Saints' Day |
| Saturday 11 December | Proclamation of Independence Day |
| Saturday 25 December | Christmas Day |
Quick answers
How many long weekends are there in Burkina Faso in 2027?
Burkina Faso has 4 long weekends in 2027 that need no leave, and 2 more that open up with one or two days of leave.
What is the best bridge day in Burkina Faso in 2027?
Ascension Day: taking 1 day of leave gives 4 days off, from 6 May to 9 May 2027.
How many public holidays does Burkina Faso have in 2027?
Burkina Faso has 13 nationwide public holidays in 2027. 6 of them fall on a weekday.