Public holidays in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe has 11 public holidays in 2026. The table below also lists the other days observed there, such as bank and school holidays.
- 11 Public
- 3 Observance
Holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| April 3 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| April 5 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| April 6 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| April 18 | Saturday | Independence Day | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 10 | Sunday | Mother's Day | Observance |
| May 25 | Monday | Africa Day | Public |
| June 21 | Sunday | Father's Day | Observance |
| August 10 | Monday | Heroes' Day | Public |
| August 11 | Tuesday | Defence Forces Day | Public |
| December 22 | Tuesday | Unity Day | Public |
| December 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
| December 26 | Saturday | Boxing Day | Public |
Other years
Frequently asked questions
- How many public holidays does Zimbabwe have in 2026?
- Zimbabwe has 11 public holidays in 2026.
- What is the first public holiday in Zimbabwe in 2026?
- The first is New Year's Day, on January 1, 2026.
- Which public holidays in Zimbabwe fall on a weekend in 2026?
- 2 of them: Independence Day, Boxing Day.