Bissau Carnival
Season or date: February-March
A colorful masquerade parade and music festival held in Bissau city.
Festivals in Guinea-Bissau
Discover traditional festivals and celebrations of this country
Festivals
Fanado Ceremony
Season or date: Dry season
A Balanta rite of passage featuring dancing and drumming throughout the night.
Bijagós Cultural Festival
Season or date: November
A cultural event in the Bijagós Islands showcasing traditional fishing methods and dances.
Independence Day Parade
Season or date: September 24
Military parade and music events in the capital.
Public holidays
- New Year's Day
- Heroes Day (January 20)
- International Women's Day
- May Day
- Colonial Martyrs Day
- Independence Day
- Eid al-Fitr
- Eid al-Adha
- Christmas