Independence Day has already passed this year.
Friday, March 6, 2026
Key facts
- Date
- Friday, March 6, 2026
- Day of the week
- Friday
- Where observed
- Nationwide
- Holiday type
- Public holiday
- Week number
- 10
- Day of year
- 65
- Local time zone
- Africa/Accra
- Currency
- GHS
Long-weekend planner
Independence Day falls on a Friday in 2026, giving you a natural three-day weekend with no extra leave.
This holiday in other years
Frequently asked questions
In Ghana, Independence Day is on March 6, 2026 in 2026.
In 2026, Independence Day falls on a Friday.
Yes. Independence Day is a public holiday observed nationwide in Ghana.
Independence Day was on March 6, 2026 and has already passed this year.
The next Independence Day in Ghana is on March 6, 2027.
Other public holidays in Ghana 2026
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The Independence Day date for Ghana 2026 is compiled from public official sources and was last updated on August 7, 2026.