| Day | Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday | Jan 01,2023 | New Year | Public Holiday |
| Monday | Jan 02,2023 | New Year (Day 2) | Public Holiday |
| Sunday | Jan 22,2023 | Chinese Spring Festival | Public Holiday |
| Wednesday | Feb 01,2023 | Abolition of Slavery | Public Holiday |
| Saturday | Feb 04,2023 | Thaipoosam Cavadee | Public Holiday |
| Saturday | Feb 18,2023 | Maha Shivaratree | Public Holiday |
| Wednesday | Mar 08,2023 | Holi | Hindu Holiday |
| Sunday | Mar 12,2023 | National Day | Public Holiday |
| Wednesday | Mar 22,2023 | Ougadi | Public Holiday |
| Friday | Mar 24,2023 | Ramadan Start | Observance |
| Saturday | Apr 22,2023 | Eid al-Fitr | Public Holiday |
| Monday | May 01,2023 | Labour Day | Public Holiday |
| Sunday | May 28,2023 | Mother's Day | Observance |
| Sunday | Jun 18,2023 | Father's Day | Observance |
| Monday | Aug 07,2023 | Janmashtami | Hindu Holiday |
| Wednesday | Aug 30,2023 | Raksha Bandhan | Hindu Holiday |
| Wednesday | Sep 20,2023 | Ganesh Chaturthi | Public Holiday |
| Tuesday | Oct 24,2023 | Dussehra | Hindu Holiday |
| Wednesday | Nov 01,2023 | All Saints Day | Public Holiday |
| Thursday | Nov 02,2023 | Arrival of Indentured Labourers | Public Holiday |
| Sunday | Nov 12,2023 | Divali | Public Holiday |
| Monday | Dec 25,2023 | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
New Year in Mauritius, also known as "Nouvel An," is celebrated with great enthusiasm and marks the beginning of the year. People gather with family and friends, enjoy fireworks, and make resolutions for the year ahead. It's a time for reflection and setting new goals.
The Chinese Spring Festival, locally known as "Nouvel An Chinois," is celebrated by the Chinese community in Mauritius. It's a time of family reunions, traditional meals, dragon and lion dances, and exchanging red envelopes for good luck and prosperity.
Abolition of Slavery Day commemorates the abolition of slavery in Mauritius on February 1, 1835. It's a day to remember the struggle for freedom and the contributions of former slaves to the nation's development. Cultural events and exhibitions are held.
Thaipoosam Cavadee is a Hindu festival celebrated by the Tamil community. Devotees carry elaborate kavadis (burdens) adorned with decorations and pierce their bodies with skewers as acts of devotion to Lord Murugan. It's a colorful and spiritual celebration.
Maha Shivaratree, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is celebrated by Hindus. Devotees fast and make a pilgrimage to the sacred lake of Grand Bassin carrying holy water. It's a symbol of devotion and an important cultural event in Mauritius.
Holi, the Festival of Colors, is celebrated by the Hindu community. Participants play with colored powders and water, dance to traditional music, and enjoy sweets and savories. It's a joyful and vibrant celebration of the triumph of good over evil.
National Day in Mauritius, celebrated on March 12th, commemorates the country's independence from British rule in 1968. The day is marked with flag-raising ceremonies, parades, cultural performances, and fireworks. It's a day of national pride.
Ougadi, also known as Ugadi, is the Telugu New Year celebrated by the Telugu community. It marks the beginning of a new year with cultural rituals, special dishes, and prayers for prosperity. It's a time for family gatherings and traditional festivities.
Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting, begins with the sighting of the moon. Muslims in Mauritius observe fasting from dawn to sunset, engage in prayers, and reflect on their faith. It's a time of spiritual growth and community bonding.
Eid al-Fitr, the festival that marks the end of Ramadan, is celebrated with communal prayers, feasting, and the exchange of gifts. It's a time of gratitude, forgiveness, and charity, bringing the Muslim community together in joyous celebration.
Labour Day, celebrated on May 1st, honors the contributions of workers to society. In Mauritius, it's marked with parades, speeches, and discussions about labor rights and workers' welfare. It's a day to recognize the importance of the labor force.
Mother's Day is a day to honor and show appreciation to mothers for their love and care. Mauritians celebrate by giving gifts, flowers, and spending quality time with their mothers. It's a heartfelt expression of gratitude and love.
Father's Day, similar to Mother's Day, is a day dedicated to fathers. Children express their love and appreciation by giving gifts and spending time with their dads. It's a day to recognize the importance of fatherhood and paternal bonds.
Janmashtami celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna in the Hindu tradition. Devotees fast, sing devotional songs, and reenact episodes from Krishna's life. It's a spiritually significant event that deepens the connection to Lord Krishna.
Raksha Bandhan is a Hindu festival that celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters. Sisters tie rakhi (sacred threads) on their brothers' wrists, and brothers pledge to protect and care for their sisters. It's a day of love and sibling affection.
Ganesh Chaturthi, dedicated to Lord Ganesha, involves the installation of Ganesha idols in homes and temples. Devotees offer prayers, perform aarti, and immerse the idols in water bodies, symbolizing the deity's departure. It's a colorful and devotional celebration.
Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, marks the victory of good over evil. It's celebrated with processions, the burning of effigies of Ravana, and reenactments of Lord Rama's triumph over the demon king. It's a cultural and religious event.
All Saints Day is a Christian holiday that honors all the saints, known and unknown. It's a day of prayer, remembrance, and visiting the graves of loved ones. In Mauritius, it's observed by the Catholic community with church services and solemnity.
The Arrival of Indentured Labourers Day commemorates the arrival of indentured laborers from India, Africa, and other regions to Mauritius. It's a day to remember their contributions to the nation's development and their cultural diversity.
Divali, also known as Diwali, is the Festival of Lights celebrated by the Hindu community. It symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. People light lamps, decorate their homes, exchange gifts, and enjoy festive meals. It's a joyous and colorful occasion.
Christmas Day, a Christian holiday, celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. Mauritians attend church services, exchange gifts, and decorate homes with Christmas trees and lights. It's a time of sharing love, joy, and goodwill with family and friends.
