Thanksgiving Day
Nationwide public holiday in Palau
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 26 November | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 25 November | Thursday | 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
Thu 26 Nov – Sun 29 Nov is a 4-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Melekeok around 26 November: high 29°C (85°F), low 28°C (83°F), rain on 67% 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 Thursday 26 November in Melekeok: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Palau
Friday, 27 November 2026
Thanksgiving Day in other countries
American Samoa
Guam
Norfolk Island
Northern Mariana Islands
United States Minor Outlying Islands
Grenada
Liberia
Puerto Rico
Saint Lucia
United States
United States Virgin Islands
More for Palau
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.