Victory Day
Nationwide public holiday in Guadeloupe · Fête de la Victoire
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8 May | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 8 May | Saturday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Guadeloupe.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Take Friday 7 May off and get 4 days in a row (Thu 6 May – Sun 9 May).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Pointe-à-Pitre around 8 May: high 28°C (82°F), low 27°C (80°F), rain on 69% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Pointe-à-Pitre. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Saturday 8 May in Pointe-à-Pitre: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Guadeloupe
Monday, 17 May 2027
Victory Day in other countries
Cuba
Martinique
Saint Barthélemy
Saint Martin
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Azerbaijan
Bangladesh
Belarus
Czechia
Estonia
France
French Guiana
More for Guadeloupe
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.