Festivals and holidays · Rwanda
Festivals and holidays in Rwanda
The major celebrations in Rwanda, from January to December.
Apr.National holidayKwibuka (Genocide against the Tutsi Commemoration)Kigali (Gisozi memorial) and nationwide
JulyNational holidayIndependence DayNationwide
JulyNational holidayKwibohora (Liberation Day)Kigali and nationwide
Aug.TraditionUmuganura (National Harvest Day)Nationwide, especially in the villages
Sept.FestivalKwita Izina (Gorilla Naming Ceremony)Kinigi, at the foot of Volcanoes National Park (Musanze district)