Zambia Public Holidays 2026
19 public holidays in 2026
January 2026
1 Thu
New Year's Day
March 2026
8 Sun
International Women's Day
9 Mon
International Women's Day (observed)
12 Thu
Youth Day
April 2026
3 Fri
Good Friday
4 Sat
Holy Saturday
5 Sun
Easter Sunday
6 Mon
Easter Monday
28 Tue
Kenneth Kaunda Day
May 2026
1 Fri
Labour Day
25 Mon
Africa Freedom Day
July 2026
6 Mon
Heroes' Day
7 Tue
Unity Day
August 2026
3 Mon
Farmers' Day
13 Thu
General Election Day
October 2026
18 Sun
National Prayer Day
19 Mon
National Prayer Day (observed)
24 Sat
Independence Day
December 2026
25 Fri
Christmas Day
About Zambia Holidays
This page lists all official public holidays in Zambia for 2026. Public holidays are days when most businesses and government offices are closed. Some holidays may vary by region or state.