Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Madagascar · Fetin'ny fahaleovantena
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 26 June | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 26 June | Saturday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Madagascar.
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.
Typical weather in Antananarivo around 26 June: high 18°C (64°F), low 10°C (49°F), rain on 64% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Antananarivo. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Saturday 26 June in Antananarivo: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Madagascar
Sunday, 15 August 2027
Independence Day in other countries
Algeria
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Central African Republic
Chad
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Djibouti
Eritrea
Eswatini
Gabon
Gambia
Ghana
More for Madagascar
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.