All public holidays in Zambia 2026
| Day | Date | Public holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Thu | New Year's Day | |
| Sun | International Women's Day | |
| Thu | Youth Day | |
| Fri | Good Friday | |
| Sat | Holy Saturday | |
| Sun | Easter Sunday | |
| Mon | Easter Monday | |
| Tue | Kenneth Kaunda Day | |
| Fri | Labour Day | |
| Mon | African Freedom Day | |
| Mon | Heroes Day | |
| Tue | Unity Day | |
| Mon | Farmers Day | |
| Sun | National Day of Prayer, Fasting, Repentance and Reconciliation | |
| Sat | Independence Day | |
| Fri | Christmas Day | |
Public holidays in Zambia 2026
Public holidays in January 2026
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Public holidays in March 2026
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Public holidays in May 2026
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Public holidays in July 2026
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Frequently asked questions about public holidays in Zambia
What public holidays are there in Zambia?
The nationwide public holidays in Zambia in 2026 are New Year's Day, International Women's Day, Youth Day, Good Friday, Holy Saturday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday, Kenneth Kaunda Day, Labour Day, African Freedom Day, Heroes Day, Unity Day, Farmers Day, National Day of Prayer, Fasting, Repentance and Reconciliation, Independence Day and Christmas Day.
Is today a public holiday in Zambia?
Today, 7 November 2026, is not a public holiday in Zambia. It is an ordinary Saturday.
When is the next public holiday in Zambia?
The next public holiday in Zambia is on 25 December 2026: Christmas Day, a nationwide public holiday.