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Papua New Guinea
Oceania
Independence Day
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Public HolidayNational Holiday
16
Sep
Wednesday
Holiday Details
Independence Day is a special day celebrated in Papua New Guinea. 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.
Papua New Guinea Holiday System
Papua New Guinea'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 Wednesday in 2026.