Assumption Day is a optional holiday in Niger, known locally as Assomption.
In 2026 it falls on Saturday 15 August; in 2027 on Sunday 15 August.
The date is fixed, so only the weekday changes from year to year.
Dates, 2025 to 2028
| Year | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 15 August | Friday long weekend | |
| 2026 | 15 August | Saturday weekend | |
| 2027 | 15 August | Sunday weekend | |
| 2027 | 16 August | Monday long weekend | observed (moved) |
| 2028 | 15 August | Tuesday |