17
Oct
Saturday
Holiday Details
Dessalines Day is a special day celebrated in Haiti. On this day, families gather for traditional ceremonies and meaningful time together, serving as a precious opportunity to continue cultural values. It plays an important role in strengthening community bonds through unique local customs and traditions, and in cultural transmission between generations.
Haiti Holiday System
Haiti's holidays reflect the country's unique history and cultural traditions, playing an important role in forming national identity and social cohesion. They consist of meaningful commemorative days where religious traditions and modern values harmoniously blend together.
Additional Information
Holiday Type
Classified as Public Holiday and applied nationally.
Date Information
Falls on Saturday in 2026.