Chiefs Day is a national holiday in Vanuatu celebrated on March 5th. It is a day to celebrate the role of chiefs in Vanuatu society. Chiefs are traditional leaders who play an important role in maintaining social order and resolving disputes.

Chiefs Day is celebrated with a variety of events, including kastom dances, feasting, and speeches. In some villages, there are also competitions to see who can climb the highest coconut tree or who can make the best fire.

Chiefs Day is a time for ni-Vanuatu to come together and celebrate their culture and heritage. It is also a time to reflect on the importance of chiefs in Vanuatu society.

Here are some additional facts about Chiefs Day:

• Chiefs Day was first celebrated in 1980.
• Chiefs Day is a public holiday in Vanuatu.
• Chiefs Day is a time to celebrate the role of chiefs in Vanuatu society.
• Chiefs Day is celebrated with a variety of events, including kastom dances, feasting, and speeches.
• Chiefs Day is a time for ni-Vanuatu to come together and celebrate their culture and heritage.