Holidays in Uganda in 2026
This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Uganda in 2026. Public holidays are special days that everyone gets off work, while observances are traditional celebrations and events that are popular in a particular country without a day-off work status. Some dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check this page in advance before visiting Uganda.
| Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
|---|---|---|
| New Year | Uganda January 1 2026, Thursday |
National |
| Liberation Day | Uganda January 26 2026, Monday |
National |
| Remembrance of Archbishop Janani Luwum | Uganda February 16 2026, Monday |
National |
| International Women's Day | Uganda March 8 2026, Sunday |
National |
| Eid al-Fitr | Uganda March 20 2026, Friday |
National |
| March Equinox | Uganda March 20 2026, Friday |
Seasonal |
| Good Friday | Uganda April 3 2026, Friday |
National |
| Easter Sunday | Uganda April 5 2026, Sunday |
Observance |
| Easter Monday | Uganda April 6 2026, Monday |
National |
| Labour Day | Uganda May 1 2026, Friday |
National |
| Mother's Day | Uganda May 10 2026, Sunday |
Observance |
| Eid al-Adha | Uganda May 27 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| Martyr's Day | Uganda June 3 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| National Heroes Day | Uganda June 9 2026, Tuesday |
National |
| Father's Day | Uganda June 21 2026, Sunday |
Observance |
| June Solstice | Uganda June 21 2026, Sunday |
Seasonal |
| September Equinox | Uganda September 22 2026, Tuesday |
Seasonal |
| Independence Day | Uganda October 9 2026, Friday |
National |
| December Solstice | Uganda December 21 2026, Monday |
Seasonal |
| Christmas Day | Uganda December 25 2026, Friday |
National |
| Boxing Day | Uganda December 26 2026, Saturday |
National |
Next Years Holidays in Uganda