Labour Day
Nationwide public holiday in Vanuatu
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 May | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 1 May | Saturday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Vanuatu.
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.
Typical weather in Port Vila around 1 May: high 27°C (81°F), low 27°C (80°F), rain on 56% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Port Vila. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Saturday 1 May in Port Vila: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Vanuatu
Thursday, 6 May 2027
Labour Day in other countries
Christmas Island
New Zealand
Anguilla
Antigua and Barbuda
Belize
Bermuda
Botswana
Burkina Faso
Cameroon
Canada
Chad
Comoros
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.