Zambia Public Holidays 2025
Zambia observes 14 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
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December
All holidays in 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Wednesday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Mar 9 | Sunday | Women’s Day | Public |
| Mar 12 | Wednesday | Youth Day | Public |
| Apr 18 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 21 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| Apr 28 | Monday | Kenneth Kaunda Day | Public |
| May 1 | Thursday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 25 | Sunday | African Freedom Day | Public |
| May 26 | Monday | African Freedom Day (substitute day) | Public |
| Jul 7 | Monday | Heroes' Day | Public |
| Jul 8 | Tuesday | Unity Day | Public |
| Aug 4 | Monday | Farmers' Day | Public |
| Oct 18 | Saturday | National Day of Prayers | Public |
| Oct 24 | Friday | Independence 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 Zambia
Public holidays in Zambia 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 Zambia have in 2025?
- Zambia has 14 nationwide public holidays in 2025, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Zambia?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Zambia close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.