Below you'll find 2026's official holidays for Eswatini. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.
Eswatini Public Holidays 2026
Eswatini
There are 16 public holidays in Eswatini 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 |
| 2026-04-03 | Fri | Good Friday |
| 2026-04-06 | Mon | Easter Monday |
| 2026-04-19 | Sun | Birthday of King Mswati III |
| 2026-04-20 | Mon | Birthday of King Mswati III (substitute day) |
| 2026-04-25 | Sat | National Flag Day |
| 2026-04-27 | Mon | National Flag Day (substitute day) |
| 2026-05-01 | Fri | Labour Day |
| 2026-05-14 | Thu | Ascension Day |
| 2026-07-22 | Wed | Birthday of the late King Sobhuza |
| 2026-09-06 | Sun | Independence Day |
| 2026-09-07 | Mon | Umhlanga Reed Dance |
| 2026-09-07 | Mon | Independence Day (substitute day) |
| 2026-12-25 | Fri | Christmas Day |
| 2026-12-26 | Sat | Boxing Day |
| 2026-12-28 | Mon | Incwala Festival |
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