Burkina Faso Holiday Overview

New Year's Day - January 1:

Celebrates the new year.
People usually spend time with family and friends and enjoy festive meals.

Revolution Day - January 31:

Commemorates the military coup that overthrew President Maurice Yameyet in 1966.
People usually attend marches and rallies and listen to speeches about the country's struggle.

Women's Day - March 8:

Celebrates the contributions of women in society.
People usually give women flowers and gifts and participate in celebrations.

Labor Day - May 1:

Commemorates the contributions of workers.
People usually attend marches and rallies and listen to speeches about the workers' movement.

Eid al-Fitr (date varies according to the Islamic calendar)：

Celebrates the end of Ramadan.
People usually attend religious services, spend time with family and friends, and enjoy festive meals.

Eid al-Adha (date varies according to the Islamic calendar)：

Commemorates Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son to Allah.
People usually participate in religious ceremonies, slaughter animals, and share the meat with the poor.

National Independence Day - August 5:

Commemorates Burkina Faso's independence from France in 1960.
People usually participate in parades and rallies and listen to speeches about the country's history.

Christmas Day - December 25:

Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.
People usually exchange gifts, decorate their homes, and participate in religious ceremonies.

This article introduces Burkina Faso's public holidays and Burkina Faso's special holidays.Consumers can choose freight services according to the holiday time.

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