Public holidays in Cameroon
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Fixed
| Date | English name | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| January 1 | New Year's Day | |
| February 11 | Youth Day | Commemorates the unification in 1961 and honors young people.[1] |
| May 1 | Labour Day | |
| May 20 | National Day | Cameroon replaced its federal structure on May 20, 1972. |
| August 15 | Assumption Day | |
| December 25 | Christmas Day |
Movable holidays
The following holidays are public holidays but the date on which each occurs varies, according to its corresponding calendar, and thus has no set date.
| Date | English name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Friday before Easter | Good Friday | Crucifixion of Jesus |
| 39 days after Easter | Ascension Day | Ascension of Jesus into Heaven |
| 1 Shawwal | Korité | Celebrates End of Ramadan |
| 10 Dhu al-Hijjah | Tabaski | Celebrates Feast of Sacrifice |
