Public Holidays in Tanzania (2026)
16 public holidays and 1 observance in 2026.
Overview
- Country
- Tanzania
- Year
- 2026
- Public Holidays
- 16
- Observances
- 1
- Next Holiday
- Karume Day (Tue, Apr 7)
All Holidays (2026)
Public holidays are official days off when most businesses and government offices are closed. Observances are widely recognized occasions, but businesses typically remain open.
| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, Jan 1 | New Year's Day | Public |
| Fri, Jan 2 | Zanzibar Revolution Day | Public |
| Fri, Mar 20 | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Public |
| Fri, Apr 3 | Good Friday | Public |
| Sun, Apr 5 | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| Mon, Apr 6 | Easter Monday | Public |
| Tue, Apr 7 | Karume Day | Public |
| Sun, Apr 26 | Union Day | Public |
| Fri, May 1 | Labour Day | Public |
| Wed, May 27 | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | Public |
| Tue, Jul 7 | Saba Saba Day | Public |
| Sat, Aug 8 | Nane Nane Day | Public |
| Tue, Aug 25 | Maulid Day | Public |
| Wed, Oct 14 | Nyerere Day | Public |
| Wed, Dec 9 | Independence Day | Public |
| Fri, Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public |
| Sat, Dec 26 | Christmas Day | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many public holidays does Tanzania have in 2026?
- Tanzania has 16 public holidays in 2026.
- What is the next public holiday in Tanzania?
- The next public holiday is Karume Day on Tue, Apr 7.
- What is the difference between a public holiday and an observance in Tanzania?
- A public holiday is an official day off when most businesses are closed. An observance is a widely recognized occasion, but businesses typically remain open.