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27
Independence Day
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28
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29
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30
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1
International Worker's Day
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2
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3
International Worker's Day (observed)
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4
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5
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7
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Eid al-Adha (estimated)
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17
Eid al-Adha (observed, estimated)
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18
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19
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20
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21
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22
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23
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25
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26
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5
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Calendar May 2027 & Moon Phases
This free calendar features official public holidays, traditional festivals, major sporting events and precise monthly moon phases for your region, and supports one-click downloading and high-quality printing.
Public Holidays in Sierra Leone 2027
| Date | Week | Public Holidays | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2027 | Fri | New Year's Day | National |
| February 18, 2027 | Thu | Armed Forces Day | National |
| March 8, 2027 | Mon | International Women's Day | National |
| March 9, 2027 | Tue | Eid al-Fitr (estimated) | National |
| March 26, 2027 | Fri | Good Friday | National |
| March 29, 2027 | Mon | Easter Monday | National |
| April 27, 2027 | Tue | Independence Day | National |
| May 1, 2027 | Sat | International Worker's Day | National |
| May 3, 2027 | Mon | International Worker's Day (observed) | National |
| May 16, 2027 | Sun | Eid al-Adha (estimated) | National |
| May 17, 2027 | Mon | Eid al-Adha (observed, estimated) | National |
| August 14, 2027 | Sat | Prophet's Birthday (estimated) | National |
| August 16, 2027 | Mon | Prophet's Birthday (observed, estimated) | National |
| December 25, 2027 | Sat | Christmas Day | National |
| December 26, 2027 | Sun | Boxing Day | National |
| December 27, 2027 | Mon | Christmas Day (observed) | National |
| December 28, 2027 | Tue | Boxing Day (observed) | National |
About Public Holidays in Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone's holidays blend Christian, Muslim and national traditions. Independence Day on April 27 marks the 1961 break from Britain, and the country observes Christmas, Easter and Good Friday alongside the two Eids and the Prophet's birthday. The country's powerful traditions — the secret societies of the Mende and Temne peoples, the famous banana-cake dancing of the holidays, and the vibrant street culture of Freetown — give its festivals a distinctive West African character.
In May 2027 there are 4 public holidays: International Worker's Day, International Worker's Day (observed), Eid al-Adha (estimated), Eid al-Adha (observed, estimated). In 2027, Sierra Leone observes 17 public holidays including 17 national, of which 5 fall on a weekend.
Sports Events in Sierra Leone 2027
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