Aboakyer Festival (May) - Fante traditional festival in Winneba celebrating the 'deer hunt' with parades, music, and cultural ceremonies.
The National Commission on Culture lists Bakatue for the first Tuesday in July. - Fante festival in Elmina marking the opening of the lagoon for fishing, featuring processions and celebrations.
Akwambo is celebrated by Agona and Gomoa communities in the Central Region; it is not a Ga festival in Accra. Dates vary by community.
Homowo Festival (August/September) - Ga festival meaning 'hooting at hunger,' celebrating the harvest with festivities, parades, and traditional meals.
Independence Day (March 6): National celebration with parades and events
As of 2026, Ghana’s government had restored Founder’s Day to September 21: Honoring Ghana's founders
Labour Day (May 1): Celebration of workers
Christmas (December 25): Major Christian celebration
Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha dates vary yearly. Ghana's Muslim communities celebrate with prayers, family gatherings, and community events.