Timor-Leste has many celebrations commemorating the country’s recent independence as a nation and important religious holidays. Then there are cultural festivals and important sporting events showcasing the warmth and beauty of Timor-Leste. Joining in is a fun way to meet Timorese and to find out more about this country.
National Holiday Calendar
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Wed | New Year’s Day |
| 3 Mar | Tue | Veterans Day |
| 10 Apr | Fri | Holy Friday |
| 1 May | Fri | Labour Day |
| 20 May | Wed | Independence Restoration Day |
| 24 May | Sun | Idul Fitri |
| 11 Jun | Thu | Corpus Christi |
| 31 Jul | Fri | Idul Adha |
| 30 Aug | Sun | Popular Consultation Day |
| 1 Nov | Sun | All Saints’ Day |
| 2 Nov | Mon | All Souls’ Day |
| 12 Nov | Thu | National Youth Day |
| 28 Nov | Sat | Independence Day |
| 7 Dec | Mon | Memorial Day |
| 8 Dec | Tue | Immaculate Conception |
| 25 Dec | Fri | Christmas Day |
| 31 Dec | Thu | National Heroes Day |