Lunar and Astrological Calendar 2027
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Official public holidays

Public holidays in Zambia 2027

The 15 national public holidays of Zambia in 2027.

  1. Friday 1 January

    New Year's Day

  2. Tuesday 9 March

    Women’s Day

  3. Friday 12 March

    Youth Day

  4. Friday 26 March

    Good Friday

  5. Monday 29 March

    Easter Monday

  6. Wednesday 28 April

    Kenneth Kaunda Day

  7. Saturday 1 May

    Labour Day

  8. Tuesday 25 May

    African Freedom Day

  9. Monday 5 July

    Heroes' Day

  10. Tuesday 6 July

    Unity Day

  11. Monday 2 August

    Farmers' Day

  12. Monday 18 October

    National Day of Prayers

  13. Sunday 24 October

    Independence Day

  14. Monday 25 October

    Independence Day

    substitute day

  15. Saturday 25 December

    Christmas Day

Only official national public holidays are included, not regional or local ones.

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Frequently asked questions

How many national public holidays does Zambia have in 2027?

Zambia has 15 national public holidays in 2027.

What are the public holidays in Zambia in 2027?

January 1: New Year's Day; March 9: Women’s Day; March 12: Youth Day; March 26: Good Friday; March 29: Easter Monday; April 28: Kenneth Kaunda Day; May 1: Labour Day; May 25: African Freedom Day; July 5: Heroes' Day; July 6: Unity Day; August 2: Farmers' Day; October 18: National Day of Prayers; October 24: Independence Day; October 25: Independence Day; December 25: Christmas Day.