Below you'll find 2026's official holidays for Botswana. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.
Botswana Public Holidays 2026
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There are 13 public holidays in Botswana for 2026. There are also bank and optional holidays across the country. Explore calendars for different countries or religions to learn more about their significant dates.
| Date | Day | Holiday name |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | Thu | New Year's Day |
| 2026-01-02 | Fri | New Year's Holiday |
| 2026-04-03 | Fri | Good Friday |
| 2026-04-04 | Sat | Easter Saturday |
| 2026-04-06 | Mon | Easter Monday |
| 2026-05-01 | Fri | Labour Day |
| 2026-05-14 | Thu | Ascension Day |
| 2026-07-01 | Wed | Sir Seretse Khama Day |
| 2026-07-20 | Mon | President’s Day |
| 2026-07-21 | Tue | President’s Day Holiday |
| 2026-09-30 | Wed | Botswana Day |
| 2026-12-25 | Fri | Christmas Day |
| 2026-12-26 | Sat | Family Day |
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Botswana Public Holidays 2026
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