Guadeloupe

Abolition of Slavery

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Upcoming Years Dates

YearDateDay
2026CurrentMay 27Wednesday
2027May 27Thursday
2028May 27Saturday
2029May 27Sunday
2030May 27Monday

Note: Abolition of Slavery falls on May 27 in 2026 (updated from our holiday calendar)

Holiday Details

Date

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

2026-05-27

Country

Guadeloupe

GP

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything about Abolition of Slavery in Guadeloupe

Abolition of Slavery is celebrated on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 in Guadeloupe. The holiday falls on a Thursday in 2027. Right now, Abolition of Slavery is 220 days ago.
Abolition of Slavery has already passed this year. It was 220 days ago (Thursday). If you're looking for the next occurrence, it will be on May 27 next year.
Yes, Abolition of Slavery is an official public holiday in Guadeloupe. Dates are set by Guadeloupe's official holiday calendar.
Abolition of Slavery falls on Thursday, Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Year: 2027 Weekday: Thursday Month: May Country: Guadeloupe
Here are the upcoming dates for Abolition of Slavery in Guadeloupe: • 2026: May 27 (Wednesday) • 2027: May 27 (Thursday) • 2028: May 27 (Saturday) • 2029: May 27 (Sunday) • 2030: May 27 (Monday) Please note that holiday dates can occasionally be officially adjusted. Always check Guadeloupe's official holiday calendar for the most up-to-date information.
Abolition of Slavery is not currently observed as a substitute day in Guadeloupe for 2027. It falls on its regular calendar date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026 (Thursday). Substitute days are typically only used when a holiday's original date falls on a weekend or conflicts with another holiday.
The countdown shows the number of calendar days between today and Abolition of Slavery. How it works: 1. We use the official holiday date: 2027-05-27 2. We compare it against today's date 3. The difference (in full calendar days) is shown as the countdown Important details: • The countdown uses calendar days, not exact hours/minutes • It refreshes automatically once every hour while you have the page open • If Abolition of Slavery has already passed this year, the page shows how many days ago it was • If today is the holiday, you'll see a special "Today is the day!" message 🎉
Abolition of Slavery for 2027 has already passed. Schools and businesses in Guadeloupe were typically closed on that day. For the next occurrence, the same closure rules usually apply — but always check local announcements since opening hours can vary by region.
You can use the Share button on this page to send the countdown link to friends, family, or colleagues. Recommended ways to share: • Share button — uses your device's native share menu (WhatsApp, Messages, Email, etc.) • Copy Date button — copies the holiday name and date to your clipboard To set a reminder: 1. Open your phone or computer calendar 2. Create a new event on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 3. Set a reminder for 1 week and 1 day before This way you'll never miss Abolition of Slavery again! 🎉
You may occasionally see a different date for Abolition of Slavery on other websites. Here's why: Common reasons: 1. Regional variations — Some holidays are observed differently in different states or provinces within Guadeloupe 2. Substitute days — If the original date fell on a weekend, a substitute day may be used 3. Calendar versions — Different holiday libraries update at different times 4. Religious vs. civil — Some holidays have both a religious date and an official civil observance date For Abolition of Slavery in Guadeloupe: we use the official date Wednesday, May 27, 2026 for 2027. Best practice: Always verify with Guadeloupe's official government holiday calendar for critical scheduling.
Holiday: Abolition of Slavery Country: Guadeloupe Date: Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Weekday: Thursday Year: 2027 Status: 220 days ago Type: Public holiday Next year: May 27 Upcoming years tracked: 4