There are 11 public holidays with 14 days in Botswana in 2026, two of which fall on weekends.
New Year's Day
New Year Holiday, celebrated on January 1 and 2, 2026, is the first day of the year on the modern Gregorian calendar, and it is one of the most popular holidays in the world.
Good Friday
Good Friday is a Christian holiday celebrating the crucifixion of Jesus and his death at Calvary. It is observed on Friday immediately preceding Easter Sunday. It is observed on April 3, 2026.
Holy Saturday
Holy Saturday is the day before Easter Sunday and after Good Friday, and it is a public holiday in many countries. It falls on April 4, 2026.
Easter Monday
The Monday after Easter Sunday, it is observed on April 6, 2026.
Labour Day
Labour Day is observed on May 1, 2026, and it celebrates the achievements of workers. The holiday originates in the eight-hour day movement, which is eight hours for work, eight hours for recreation, and eight hours for rest.
Ascension Day
Also known as the Feast of the Ascension of Jesus Christ, Ascension Day commemorates the Christian belief in the bodily Ascension of Jesus into heaven. In 2026, the holiday falls on May 14.
Sir Seretse Khama Day
Sir Seretse Khama Day commemorates the birthday of Sir Seretse Goitsebeng Maphiri Khama, the 1st President of Botswana, who was born on July 1, 1921. In 2026, the celebration falls on July 1.
President's Day
President's Day is the holiday in honor of the current President in Botswana. Mokgweetsi Masisi is the fifth and current President of Botswana, who was born on July 21, 1962. The holiday celebration lasts two days: July 20 and 21, 2026
Botswana Day
Botswana Day, also Independence Day, is a public holiday in Botswana, and it is observed on September 30 and October 1, 2026. Botswana Day commemorates the anniversary of Botswana's independence from the United Kingdom in 1966.
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is celebrated on December 25, 2026, and commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. Christmas Day is a holiday of sharing. People exchange Christmas gifts and cards with families and friends.
Boxing Day
Boxing Day is also known as St. Stephen's Day and is widely known as a shopping holiday in some countries. It falls on December 26, 2026.
The following is the list of public holidays in Botswana 2026.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 01, 2026 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| New Year Holiday | Jan 02, 2026 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Good Friday | Apr 03, 2026 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Holy Saturday | Apr 04, 2026 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Easter Monday | Apr 06, 2026 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Labour Day | May 01, 2026 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Ascension Day | May 14, 2026 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Sir Seretse Khama Day | Jul 01, 2026 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| President's Day | Jul 20, 2026 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| President's Day Holiday | Jul 21, 2026 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Botswana Day | Sep 30, 2026 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Botswana Day Holiday | Oct 01, 2026 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Christmas Day | Dec 25, 2026 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Boxing Day | Dec 26, 2026 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
Please also check the working days in Botswana in 2026.