Carnaval International de Victoria
Season or date: April
A colorful carnival featuring parades from around the world gathering in Victoria.
Festivals in Seychelles
Discover traditional festivals and celebrations of this country
Festivals
Festival Kreol
Season or date: Last week of October
A week-long celebration of Creole culture with music, food, and dance across all islands.
Beau Vallon Regatta
Season or date: Late August
Yacht racing and food stall festival held in Beau Vallon Bay, northern Mahé.
Seychelles Ocean Festival (formerly SUBIOS)
Season or date: November
Marine festival combining underwater photography/film contests with environmental seminars.
National Day
Season or date: June 29
Military parades and fireworks celebrating Independence Day.
Seychelles Eco-friendly Marathon
Season or date: February
Community marathon themed around environmental protection.
La Digue Sea Turtle Festival
Season or date: August
Community-participation event protecting nesting sea turtles coming ashore.
Praslin Bio Fair
Season or date: May
Market festival featuring organic produce and local foods.
Public holidays
- New Year's Day
- Good Friday
- Easter Monday
- Labour Day
- Ascension Day
- Assumption of Mary
- All Saints' Day
- Independence Day (June 29)
- Christmas
- Boxing Day