Public Holidays in Botswana 2026 – National & Public Holidays
List of Public Holidays in Botswana (2026)
| Holiday | Date (2026) | Day | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Thursday | Marks the beginning of the new year with family gatherings and church services. |
| Good Friday | April 3 | Friday | Christian observance commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. |
| Holy Saturday | April 4 | Saturday | Observed as part of the Easter weekend celebrations. |
| Easter Sunday | April 5 | Sunday | Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. |
| Easter Monday | April 6 | Monday | Marks the end of the Easter weekend with family visits and community gatherings. |
| Labour Day | May 1 | Friday | Recognizes workers’ rights and contributions to the nation’s economy. |
| Ascension Day | May 14 | Thursday | Commemorates Jesus Christ’s ascension to heaven, observed by Christian communities. |
| Sir Seretse Khama Day | July 1 | Wednesday | Honors Botswana’s founding president, Sir Seretse Khama, for his leadership and vision. |
| President’s Day (Holiday Weekend) | July 20 – 21 | Monday – Tuesday | National holiday recognizing Botswana’s leadership; celebrated with cultural and sporting events. |
| Independence Day (Boipuso Day) | September 30 – October 1 | Wednesday – Thursday | Marks independence from Britain in 1966; celebrated with parades, music, and dance. |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Friday | Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. |
| Boxing Day | December 26 | Saturday | Day for family gatherings, community events, and charitable activities. |
List of Public Holidays in Botswana (2025)
| Holiday | Date (2025) | Day | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Wednesday | Marks the beginning of the new year with family gatherings and church services. |
| Good Friday | April 18 | Friday | Christian observance commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. |
| Holy Saturday | April 19 | Saturday | Observed as part of the Easter weekend celebrations. |
| Easter Sunday | April 20 | Sunday | Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. |
| Easter Monday | April 21 | Monday | Marks the end of the Easter weekend with family visits and community gatherings. |
| Labour Day | May 1 | Thursday | Recognizes workers’ rights and contributions to the nation’s economy. |
| Ascension Day | May 29 | Thursday | Commemorates Jesus Christ’s ascension to heaven, observed by Christian communities. |
| Sir Seretse Khama Day | July 1 | Tuesday | Honors Botswana’s founding president, Sir Seretse Khama, for his leadership and vision. |
| President’s Day (Holiday Weekend) | July 21 – 22 | Monday – Tuesday | National holiday recognizing Botswana’s leadership; celebrated with cultural and sporting events. |
| Independence Day (Boipuso Day) | September 30 – October 1 | Tuesday – Wednesday | Marks independence from Britain in 1966; celebrated with parades, music, and dance. |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Thursday | Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. |
| Boxing Day | December 26 | Friday | Day for family gatherings, community events, and charitable activities. |
