Public holidays in Lesotho
Public holiday dates are listed below.
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day |
| Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | Moshoeshoe Day |
| Friday, April 3, 2026 | Good Friday |
| Monday, April 6, 2026 | Easter Monday |
| Friday, May 1, 2026 | Workers' Day |
| Thursday, May 14, 2026 | Ascension Day |
| Monday, May 25, 2026 | Africa Day/ Heroes' Day |
| Friday, July 17, 2026 | King Letsie III's Birthday |
| Sunday, October 4, 2026 | Independence Day |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day |
| Saturday, December 26, 2026 | Boxing Day |
About this calendar
This calendar includes public holidays and substitute days for Lesotho from 2026 through 2031. Regional and employer closures can differ. Islamic dates and future government-announced workday swaps can change after local announcements.