Uganda Public Holidays 2026
Uganda observes 15 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.
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All holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Jan 26 | Monday | Liberation Day | Public |
| Feb 16 | Monday | Archbishop Janan Luwum Day | Public |
| Feb 18 | Wednesday | Ash Wednesday | Observance |
| Mar 8 | Sunday | International Women's Day | Public |
| Mar 20 | Friday | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Public |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 5 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Public |
| Apr 6 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | Public |
| Jun 3 | Wednesday | Martyr's Day | Public |
| Jun 9 | Tuesday | National Heroes Day | Public |
| Oct 9 | Friday | 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
About public holidays in Uganda
Public holidays in Uganda 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 Uganda have in 2026?
- Uganda has 15 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Uganda?
- The next public holiday in Uganda is Independence Day on October 9, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Uganda?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Uganda close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.