August 7 commemorates Côte d'Ivoire's independence, proclaimed in 1960. It is the national holiday: official ceremonies take place, and it is a public holiday.
Other celebrations in Côte d'Ivoire
Mar.TraditionPaquinou (Baoulé Easter)Baoulé country (Bouaké, Sakassou, Tiébissou, Dimbokro, etc.) and Abidjan
Apr. – MayFestivalFEMUA (Anoumabo Urban Music Festival)Abidjan (Anoumabo, Marcory) and a town upcountry
MayReligious festivalTabaski (Eid al-Adha)Nationwide