Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Palau
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 October | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 1 October | Friday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Palau.
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
Fri 1 Oct – Sun 3 Oct is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Melekeok around 1 October: high 29°C (84°F), low 28°C (82°F), rain on 96% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Melekeok. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Friday 1 October in Melekeok: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Palau
Sunday, 24 October 2027
Independence Day in other countries
American Samoa
Guam
Micronesia
Nauru
Northern Mariana Islands
Papua New Guinea
Samoa
Solomon Islands
United States Minor Outlying Islands
Vanuatu
Åland Islands
Algeria
More for Palau
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.