Holidays in Tanzania in 2026
This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Tanzania 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 Tanzania.
| Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Tanzania January 1 2026, Thursday |
National |
| Zanzibar Revolution Day | Tanzania January 12 2026, Monday |
National |
| Eid el Fitri | Tanzania March 20 2026, Friday |
National |
| March Equinox | Tanzania March 20 2026, Friday |
Seasonal |
| Good Friday | Tanzania April 3 2026, Friday |
National |
| Easter Sunday | Tanzania April 5 2026, Sunday |
Observance |
| Easter Monday | Tanzania April 6 2026, Monday |
National |
| Karume Day | Tanzania April 7 2026, Tuesday |
National |
| Union Day | Tanzania April 26 2026, Sunday |
National |
| Worker's Day | Tanzania May 1 2026, Friday |
National |
| Mothers' Day | Tanzania May 10 2026, Sunday |
Observance |
| Eid al-Adha | Tanzania May 27 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| June Solstice | Tanzania June 21 2026, Sunday |
Seasonal |
| Saba Saba | Tanzania July 7 2026, Tuesday |
National |
| Farmers' Day | Tanzania August 8 2026, Saturday |
National |
| Maulid | Tanzania August 26 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| September Equinox | Tanzania September 23 2026, Wednesday |
Seasonal |
| Mwalimu Nyerere Day | Tanzania October 14 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| Independence Day | Tanzania December 9 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| December Solstice | Tanzania December 21 2026, Monday |
Seasonal |
| Christmas Eve | Tanzania December 24 2026, Thursday |
Observance |
| Christmas Day | Tanzania December 25 2026, Friday |
National |
| Boxing Day | Tanzania December 26 2026, Saturday |
National |
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