Public holidays in Botswana
Public holiday dates are listed below.
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day |
| Friday, January 2, 2026 | New Year's Holiday |
| Friday, April 3, 2026 | Good Friday |
| Saturday, April 4, 2026 | Easter Saturday |
| Monday, April 6, 2026 | Easter Monday |
| Friday, May 1, 2026 | Labour Day |
| Thursday, May 14, 2026 | Ascension Day |
| Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | Sir Seretse Khama Day |
| Monday, July 20, 2026 | President’s Day |
| Tuesday, July 21, 2026 | President’s Day Holiday |
| Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | Botswana Day |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day |
| Saturday, December 26, 2026 | Family Day |
About this calendar
This calendar includes public holidays and substitute days for Botswana from 2026 through 2031. Regional and employer closures can differ. Islamic dates and future government-announced workday swaps can change after local announcements.