How many public holidays does Zambia have in 2026?

Zambia has 14 official public holidays in 2026, listed above with their exact dates.

When is the first public holiday in Zambia in 2026?

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

Where can I plan Zambia long weekends for 2026?

Use the caldays long-weekend planner for Zambia 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 — Zambia 2026.

Next public holidayFarmers Day3 Aug · in 19 days

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Farmers Day

1 Aug – 3 Aug

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Automatic — no leave needed · 3 days off

Christmas Day

25 Dec – 27 Dec

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Automatic — no leave needed · 3 days off

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Farmers Day · 3 Aug