São Tomé / Príncipe: public holidays
The tours of Africa’s Eden are not effected by the public holidays in São Tomé & Príncipe. In the weekly newspaper, details are included of the events and celebrations, and the many saints’ days.
| Dates | Public holiday | Details |
| January 1 | New Year’s Day | New Year’s Day on São Tomé is often celebrated on the beach. The locals have a tradition of putting on new clothes after a swim in the ocean to welcome the new year. |
| February 3 | Heroes Day | The massacre of Batepá in 1953 is commemorated on this day, with dancing, oral history, wreath-laying. |
| May 1 | Labour Day | International Workers’ Day |
| July 12 | Independence Day | Celebration of independence from Portugal in 1975 with festivities in the capital of São Tomé |
| September 6 | Armed Forces’ Day | Parades through the streets of the capital of São Tomé |
| November 1 | All Saint´s Day | Feast celebrated in honour of all saints, known and unknown |
| December 21 | São Tomé Day | Discovery of the island in 1470 |
| December 25 | Christmas | Christmas Day |
Source: Bradt Travel Guide, July 2008
Tours
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Roça Belo Monte
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Activities
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Forever Príncipe
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