Public Holidays in Lesotho
Lesotho observes 11 public holidays in 2026. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
Upcoming holidays in Lesotho
- Independence DaySunday, October 4, 2026
- Christmas DayFriday, December 25, 2026
- Boxing DaySaturday, December 26, 2026
- New Year's DayFriday, January 1, 2027
- Moshoeshoe DayThursday, March 11, 2027
2026 at a glance
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January
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February
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March
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April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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All holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Mar 11 | Wednesday | Moshoeshoe Day | Public |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 6 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Workers' Day | Public |
| May 14 | Thursday | Ascension Day | Public |
| May 25 | Monday | Africa Day/ Heroes' Day | Public |
| Jul 17 | Friday | King Letsie III's Birthday | Public |
| Oct 4 | Sunday | Independence Day | Public |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
| Dec 26 | Saturday | Boxing Day | Public |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 20, 2026