Martinique

Abolition of Slavery

Friday, May 22, 2026

Upcoming Years Dates

YearDateDay
2026CurrentMay 22Friday
2027May 22Saturday
2028May 22Monday
2029May 22Tuesday
2030May 22Wednesday

Note: Abolition of Slavery falls on May 22 in 2026 (updated from our holiday calendar)

Holiday Details

Date

Friday, May 22, 2026

2026-05-22

Country

Martinique

MQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything about Abolition of Slavery in Martinique

Abolition of Slavery is celebrated on Friday, May 22, 2026 in Martinique. The holiday falls on a Saturday in 2027. Right now, Abolition of Slavery is 215 days ago.
Abolition of Slavery has already passed this year. It was 215 days ago (Saturday). If you're looking for the next occurrence, it will be on May 22 next year.
Yes, Abolition of Slavery is an official public holiday in Martinique. Dates are set by Martinique's official holiday calendar.
Abolition of Slavery falls on Saturday, Friday, May 22, 2026. Date: Friday, May 22, 2026 Year: 2027 Weekday: Saturday Month: May Country: Martinique
Here are the upcoming dates for Abolition of Slavery in Martinique: • 2026: May 22 (Friday) • 2027: May 22 (Saturday) • 2028: May 22 (Monday) • 2029: May 22 (Tuesday) • 2030: May 22 (Wednesday) Please note that holiday dates can occasionally be officially adjusted. Always check Martinique's official holiday calendar for the most up-to-date information.
Abolition of Slavery is not currently observed as a substitute day in Martinique for 2027. It falls on its regular calendar date: Friday, May 22, 2026 (Saturday). 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: 2027-05-22 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 Martinique 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 Friday, May 22, 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 Martinique 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 Martinique: we use the official date Friday, May 22, 2026 for 2027. Best practice: Always verify with Martinique's official government holiday calendar for critical scheduling.
Holiday: Abolition of Slavery Country: Martinique Date: Friday, May 22, 2026 Weekday: Saturday Year: 2027 Status: 215 days ago Type: Public holiday Next year: May 22 Upcoming years tracked: 4