There are 15 public holidays in Zambia in 2026, four of which fall on weekends.
The following is the list of public holidays in Zambia 2026.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 01, 2026 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| International Women's Day | Mar 08, 2026 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Youth Day | Mar 12, 2026 | Thursday | 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 |
| Kenneth Kaunda Day | Apr 28, 2026 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Labour Day | May 01, 2026 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Africa Day | May 25, 2026 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Heroes' Day | Jul 06, 2026 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Unity Day | Jul 07, 2026 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Farmers' Day | Aug 03, 2026 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| National Prayer Day | Oct 18, 2026 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Independence Day | Oct 24, 2026 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Christmas Day | Dec 25, 2026 | Friday | Public Holiday |
Please also check the working days in Zambia 2026.
