Holidays in Zimbabwe in 2026
This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Zimbabwe 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 Zimbabwe.
| Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
|---|---|---|
| New Year | Zimbabwe January 1 2026, Thursday |
National |
| Robert Gabriel Mugabe National Youth Day | Zimbabwe February 21 2026, Saturday |
National |
| March Equinox | Zimbabwe March 20 2026, Friday |
Seasonal |
| Good Friday | Zimbabwe April 3 2026, Friday |
National |
| Holy Saturday | Zimbabwe April 4 2026, Saturday |
National |
| Easter Sunday | Zimbabwe April 5 2026, Sunday |
Local holiday |
| Easter Monday | Zimbabwe April 6 2026, Monday |
National |
| Independence Day | Zimbabwe April 18 2026, Saturday |
National |
| Workers' Day | Zimbabwe May 1 2026, Friday |
National |
| Mother's Day | Zimbabwe May 10 2026, Sunday |
Observance |
| Africa Day | Zimbabwe May 25 2026, Monday |
National |
| Father's Day | Zimbabwe June 21 2026, Sunday |
Observance |
| June Solstice | Zimbabwe June 21 2026, Sunday |
Seasonal |
| Heroes' Day | Zimbabwe August 10 2026, Monday |
National |
| Defence Forces Day | Zimbabwe August 11 2026, Tuesday |
National |
| September Equinox | Zimbabwe September 23 2026, Wednesday |
Seasonal |
| December Solstice | Zimbabwe December 21 2026, Monday |
Seasonal |
| Unity Day | Zimbabwe December 22 2026, Tuesday |
National |
| Christmas Day | Zimbabwe December 25 2026, Friday |
National |
| Boxing Day | Zimbabwe December 26 2026, Saturday |
National |
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