Public Holidays in Fiji 2026
11 listed public holiday dates in 2026
Fiji's national holiday calendar reflects the country's Christian, Hindu and Muslim communities alongside civic commemorations such as Fiji Day, Girmit Day and Ratu Sir Lala Sukuna Day.
Fiji Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday |
| Apr 4 | Saturday | Easter Saturday |
| Apr 6 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| May 15 | Friday | Girmit Day |
| May 29 | Friday | Ratu Sir Lala Sukuna Day |
| Aug 24 | Monday | Prophet Mohammed's Birthday |
| Oct 10 | Saturday | Fiji Day |
| Nov 9 | Monday | Diwali |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day |
| Dec 28 | Monday | Boxing Day holiday Observed |
* Marked 2027 dates are provisional until Fiji publishes or confirms its final annual public-holiday schedule.
A Multifaith National Calendar 2026
Diwali and the Prophet Mohammed's Birthday sit alongside Easter and Christmas. Girmit Day commemorates the arrival and history of indentured Indian labourers, while Fiji Day marks independence.
Holiday Rules in Fiji
The government publishes an official holiday calendar each year. Religious dates such as Diwali and the Prophet's Birthday, plus observed weekend dates, should be checked against the final annual government notice.
Fiji Holiday Calendar: What to Know
- Fiji Day is 10 October.
- Girmit Day and Ratu Sir Lala Sukuna Day are national holidays.
- Fiji recognizes Christian, Hindu and Muslim holidays.
- Driving is on the left.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 2026 Fiji calendar official?
Yes. The 2026 dates on this page follow the Fiji Government public-holiday calendar.
Why are several 2027 dates marked with an asterisk?
The final annual government notice has not yet been treated as confirmed for those movable or observed dates.
When is Fiji Day?
The anniversary is 10 October.
Is Diwali a national public holiday?
Yes. Diwali is a national public holiday in Fiji.
Sources & methodology
View sources used for this page
Official Cabinet-endorsed 2026 public-holiday calendar.
Independent calendar cross-check used for date, weekday and observed-day review. Government notices and statutory rules take precedence where they differ.
Source hierarchy: government, statutory or institutional material is the primary reference. Timeanddate is retained only as an independent cross-check; later official declarations take precedence.