Holidays in Zambia in 2025
This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Zambia in 2025. 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 Zambia.
| Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
|---|---|---|
| New Year | Zambia January 1 2025, Wednesday |
National |
| International Women's Day | Zambia March 8 2025, Saturday |
National |
| Youth Day | Zambia March 12 2025, Wednesday |
National |
| March Equinox | Zambia March 20 2025, Thursday |
Seasonal |
| Good Friday | Zambia April 18 2025, Friday |
National |
| Holy Saturday | Zambia April 19 2025, Saturday |
National |
| Easter Sunday | Zambia April 20 2025, Sunday |
Observance |
| Easter Monday | Zambia April 21 2025, Monday |
National |
| Labour Day | Zambia May 1 2025, Thursday |
National |
| Mother's Day | Zambia May 11 2025, Sunday |
Observance |
| Africa Freedom Day | Zambia May 25 2025, Sunday |
National |
| Africa Freedom Day | Zambia May 26 2025, Monday |
National |
| Father's Day | Zambia June 15 2025, Sunday |
Observance |
| June Solstice | Zambia June 21 2025, Saturday |
Seasonal |
| Heroes' Day | Zambia July 7 2025, Monday |
National |
| Unity Day | Zambia July 8 2025, Tuesday |
National |
| Farmers' Day | Zambia August 4 2025, Monday |
National |
| September Equinox | Zambia September 22 2025, Monday |
Seasonal |
| Prayer Day | Zambia October 18 2025, Saturday |
National |
| Independence Day | Zambia October 24 2025, Friday |
National |
| December Solstice | Zambia December 21 2025, Sunday |
Seasonal |
| Christmas Day | Zambia December 25 2025, Thursday |
National |
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