Victory Day

Nationwide public holiday in French Guiana · Fête de la Victoire

Next Victory Day

Saturday, 8 May 2027

Dates

YearDateWeekdayNotes
20238 MayMondayNationwide
20248 MayWednesdayNationwide
20258 MayThursdayNationwide
20268 MayFridayNationwide
20278 MaySaturdayNationwide
20288 MayMondayNationwide
20298 MayTuesdayNationwide

Where it applies

Everywhere in French Guiana.

Is it a day off?

Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.

Make it longer

Take Friday 7 May off and get 4 days in a row (Thu 6 May – Sun 9 May).

Plan more breaks with the leave planner.

Typical weather in Cayenne around 8 May: high 28°C (83°F), low 25°C (78°F), rain on 99% of days.

Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Cayenne. Past averages, not a forecast.

Coming up next in French Guiana

Pentecost Monday

Monday, 17 May 2027

Victory Day in other countries

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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.