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Holiday Calendar
Holidays in 2026 — Lesotho
Official public holidays and observances for Lesotho in 2026, presented in an easy-to-scan table.
| Date | Local Name | English Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
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January 1, 2026
Thursday
|
New Year's Day | New Year's Day | Public |
|
March 11, 2026
Wednesday
|
Moshoeshoe Day | Moshoeshoe Day | Public |
|
April 3, 2026
Friday
|
Good Friday | Good Friday | Public |
|
April 6, 2026
Monday
|
Easter Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
|
May 1, 2026
Friday
|
Workers' Day | Workers' Day | Public |
|
May 14, 2026
Thursday
|
Ascension Day | Ascension Day | Public |
|
May 25, 2026
Monday
|
Africa Day/ Heroes' Day | Africa Day/ Heroes' Day | Public |
|
July 17, 2026
Friday
|
King Letsie III's Birthday | King Letsie III's Birthday | Public |
|
October 4, 2026
Sunday
|
Independence Day | Independence Day | Public |
|
December 25, 2026
Friday
|
Christmas Day | Christmas Day | Public |
|
December 26, 2026
Saturday
|
St. Stephen's Day | Boxing Day | Public |