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The festivals in Liberia are worthy of taking part as these are occasions when the people are in their true spirit. The festivals in Liberia reflect the true spirit of the people and the customs and tradition prevalent in Liberia. Liberia has mixed populace comprising of 16 ethnic groups that include the followers of Christianity, Islam and the animist who are spread all over the country.

Christianity is the most dominating religion followed by Islam that is practiced widely in the north of the country. Though the tribal culture is prevalent everywhere in Liberia, yet the faiths of Christianity and Islam are followed with great purity and dedication. Thus Christmas and Idd-ul-Fitr are the two most important festivals in Liberia which are celebrated with great enthusiasm. Let the festivals draw near and you will find people getting engaged with preparations to enjoy in the best possible manner. Though the Christmas is celebrated on the 25th of December, Idd-ul-Fitr is celebrated on the basis of the Islamic lunar calendar

These festivals in Liberia are celebrated not only by a particular community but everyone is invited to join in the celebration. Besides, there are other local festivals of different ethnic groups are also celebrated with same enthusiasm and spirit. Though the dates of many of the Festivals of Liberia may change from year to year, be sure to check the calendar for this year's dates and times of your favorite festival in Liberia. The various events and festivals celebrated in Liberia can be clubbed into two categories – national festivals and religious festivals

Main Events and Festivals of Liberia

Some of the major events and festivals marked on the annual events calendar of Liberia are given below. All these festivals and their way of celebration offer an intriguing insight into the rich cultural past of this country.

• 1st January: New Year’s Day
• 7th January: Pioneers’ Day
• 11th February: Armed Forces Day
• 14t February: Literacy Day
• 13th March: Decoration Day
• 11th April: Fast and Prayer Day
• 14th May: Unification and Integration Day
• 26th July: Independence Day
• 24th August: Flag Day
• First Thursday of November: Thanks Giving Day