Malawi Public Holidays 2025
Malawi observes 11 public holidays in 2025. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
2025 at a glance
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
All holidays in 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Wednesday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Jan 15 | Wednesday | John Chilembwe Day | Public |
| Mar 3 | Monday | Martyrs' Day | Public |
| Mar 30 | Sunday | Eid al Fitri | Public |
| Mar 31 | Monday | Eid al Fitri (substitute day) | Public |
| Apr 18 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 20 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| Apr 21 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| May 1 | Thursday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 14 | Wednesday | Kamuzu Day | Public |
| Jul 6 | Sunday | Independence Day | Public |
| Jul 7 | Monday | Independence Day (substitute day) | Public |
| Oct 15 | Wednesday | Mother's Day | Public |
| Dec 25 | Thursday | Christmas Day | Public |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 20, 2026
About public holidays in Malawi
Public holidays in Malawi are days when most schools, banks, government offices and many businesses are closed nationwide. Dates for religious and lunar-calendar holidays can shift from year to year, and governments occasionally move observed dates when a holiday falls on a weekend. Always confirm critical dates with an official source before booking travel or scheduling business.
Frequently asked questions
- How many public holidays does Malawi have in 2025?
- Malawi has 11 nationwide public holidays in 2025, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Malawi?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Malawi close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.