Festivals

Tuvalu Day (Independence Celebration)

Season or date: October 1-2

Nationwide largest event showcasing parades and traditional Faatele dance

Gospel Day

Season or date: May 13

Holiday celebrating arrival of Christianity with hymns and sports competitions

Commonwealth Day

Season or date: Second Monday of March

Ceremony celebrating unity as Commonwealth member nation

Faatele Competition

Season or date: August

Competition where each island demonstrates traditional dance skills

Children's Day

Season or date: August 5

School events and sports competitions wishing for children's healthy growth

Public holidays

  • New Year's Day
  • Good Friday
  • Easter Monday
  • Gospel Day
  • Queen's Birthday
  • Children's Day
  • Tuvalu Day
  • Prince's Birthday
  • Christmas
  • Boxing Day