The Ministry of the Interior has officially announced the public holidays and commemorative days for 2025 in Ghana. These days are important for workers, students, and citizens to plan their year and enjoy time with family and friends. Below is the full list:
Statutory Public Holidays
Public holidays are days when most workers have time off, and businesses may close. In 2025, these include:
| Holiday | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | 1st January | Wednesday |
| Constitution Day | 7th January | Tuesday |
| Independence Day | 6th March | Thursday |
| Eid-Ul-Fitr | Movable | To be announced |
| Eid-Ul-Adha | Movable | To be announced |
| Good Friday | 18th April | Friday |
| Easter Monday | 21st April | Monday |
| May Day (Workers’ Day) | 1st May | Thursday |
| Founders’ Day | 4th August | Monday |
| Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day | 21st September | Sunday |
| Farmers’ Day | 5th December | Friday |
| Christmas Day | 25th December | Thursday |
| Boxing Day | 26th December | Friday |
Commemorative Days
In addition to the public holidays, Ghana also has commemorative days, which are not public holidays but are important to observe. In 2025, these are:
| Day | Date | Day of the Week |
|---|---|---|
| African Union Day | 25th May | Sunday |
| Republic Day | 1st July | Tuesday |
Note: The exact dates for Eid-Ul-Fitr and Eid-Ul-Adha will be announced by the Office of the Chief Imam as they depend on the sighting of the moon.
Public holidays are a great time to relax, visit family, or take part in national events. Commemorative days, on the other hand, remind us of our history and achievements as a nation. Keep this list handy as you plan your activities for the year.
Read more at www.mint.gov.gh.
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