GambiavsSenegal
Nationwide public holidays in 2026. Regional days are left out — they only apply in some areas.
6
Days you're both off
3
Only Gambia
3
Only Senegal
What the numbers say
In 2026, Gambia has 9 nationwide public holidays and Senegal has 9 — exactly the same number. They line up on 6 dates, including New Year's Day, Easter Monday, Labour Day and Africa Day.
What matters for time off is how many land on weekdays: Gambia has 8 on working days (1 fall on a weekend), against 6 for Senegal (3 on a weekend).
For short breaks, Gambia offers 5 long weekends (a Monday or Friday holiday) and 1 possible bridge day (a Tuesday or Thursday holiday); Senegal offers 4 and 2. Senegal has more bridge-day opportunities. The busiest month is April in Gambia and May in Senegal.
Shared days
Both countries close. Nothing gets done either side.
Only Gambia
Senegal is working — expect one-sided quiet.
Only Senegal
Gambia is working these days.