The calendar below maps out Cape Verde's 2026 holidays month by month, combining national public holidays with regional school breaks. Across the year, 12 national public holidays are highlighted, with 8 landing on weekdays. School holidays follow one national calendar that applies in all 22 regions, totalling roughly 95 days over the year. The first marked day is New Year's Day (1 January) and the last is Christmas Day (25 December). Hover over or tap any highlighted day to see what it marks.