Independence Day has already passed this year.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Key facts
- Date
- Wednesday, August 5, 2026
- Day of the week
- Wednesday
- Where observed
- Nationwide
- Holiday type
- Public holiday
- Week number
- 32
- Day of year
- 217
- Local time zone
- Africa/Ouagadougou
- Currency
- XOF
Long-weekend planner
Independence Day falls on a Wednesday in 2026, splitting the week — there is no single bridge day this year.
This holiday in other years
Frequently asked questions
In Burkina Faso, Independence Day is on August 5, 2026 in 2026.
In 2026, Independence Day falls on a Wednesday.
Yes. Independence Day is a public holiday observed nationwide in Burkina Faso.
Independence Day was on August 5, 2026 and has already passed this year.
The next Independence Day in Burkina Faso is on August 5, 2027.
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The Independence Day date for Burkina Faso 2026 is compiled from public official sources and was last updated on August 7, 2026.