Bahamas

Commemorates the date in 1967 when the first government elected by universal adult suffrage took office in the Bahamas. It marks a pivotal milestone in the country's democratic development and the end of minority rule.

A Christian holiday observed as a solemn day of prayer and fasting to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It is a public holiday where most businesses remain closed to observe the religious significance.

Celebrated seven weeks after Easter, this holiday marks the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles. It is a major public holiday in the Bahamas.

Celebrates the official independence of the Bahamas from the United Kingdom in 1973. It is the most significant national holiday, characterized by parades and cultural festivities.

Commemorates the Abolition of Slavery Act passed in 1834, which ended slavery throughout the British Empire. It is a time for national reflection on the history of freedom.

Honors the individuals who have made significant contributions to the development, culture, and history of the Bahamas. It serves as a day to recognize national pride and exemplary citizenship.