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New Year's Day/Independence Day in Haiti

New Year’s Day, which is on January 1, marks the start of the year in the Gregorian calendar and it's a public holiday in many countries. Count down to the New Year, no matter where you are.

Is New Year's Day/Independence Day a Public Holiday?

New Year's Day/Independence Day is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

In 2023, it falls on a Sunday, and some businesses may choose to follow Sunday opening hours.

In the Gregorian calendar, New Year's Day is celebrated worldwide on January 1.

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About New Year's Day/Independence Day

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New Year's Day/Independence Day Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2018MonJan 1New Year's Day/Independence DayNational/Legal Holiday
2019TueJan 1New Year's Day/Independence DayNational/Legal Holiday
2020WedJan 1New Year's Day/Independence DayNational/Legal Holiday
2021FriJan 1New Year's Day/Independence DayNational/Legal Holiday
2022SatJan 1New Year's Day/Independence DayNational/Legal Holiday
2023SunJan 1New Year's Day/Independence DayNational/Legal Holiday
2024MonJan 1New Year's Day/Independence DayNational/Legal Holiday
2025WedJan 1New Year's Day/Independence DayNational/Legal Holiday
2026ThuJan 1New Year's Day/Independence DayNational/Legal Holiday
2027FriJan 1New Year's Day/Independence DayNational/Legal Holiday
2028SatJan 1New Year's Day/Independence DayNational/Legal Holiday

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