How many public holidays does Uganda have in 2026?

Uganda has 13 official public holidays in 2026, listed above with their exact dates.

When is the first public holiday in Uganda in 2026?

The first 2026 public holiday in Uganda is New Year's Day, on 1 January.

Where can I plan Uganda long weekends for 2026?

Use the caldays long-weekend planner for Uganda to find every bridge day and turn a few days of leave into a longer break.

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Public holiday · Long weekend · World clock — Uganda 2026.

Next public holidayIndependence Day9 Oct · in 86 days

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Independence Day

9 Oct – 11 Oct

3days

S10

S11

Automatic — no leave needed · 3 days off

Christmas Day

25 Dec – 27 Dec

3days

F25

S26

S27

Automatic — no leave needed · 3 days off

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