Namibia holiday calendar
Public holidays in Namibia 2026
Calendar compilation last reviewed
Plan the year with every Namibia public holiday, regional date and major cultural observance in our calendar. Each entry links to a detailed guide covering its history, status, traditions and sources.
- Public holidays
- 13
- Regional dates
- 0
- Observances
- 6
- Substitute dates
- 0
How public holidays work in Namibia
The calendar separates public holidays from regional dates and cultural observances. Public holidays are the broadest category in our Namibia calendar. Regional holidays may apply only in a particular state, province, territory or community, while an observance does not automatically mean that workplaces, schools or public services close.
No separate substitute dates are currently listed for 2026. Weekend and time-off rules can still vary by employer, region and holiday, so consult the linked guide and primary source before making arrangements. May is the busiest month, with 6 listed dates.
Namibia holiday dates in 2026
The table lists 19 calendar entries. Follow a holiday name for its full background, observance details and traditions.
| Date | Holiday | Type | Observed day |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year’s DayNamibia’s nationwide public holiday on January 1. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of New Year’s Day in Namibia. | Public holiday | — | |
| Constitution DayA February 9 observance marking the unanimous adoption of Namibia's Constitution in 1990. | Cultural observance | — | |
| Independence DayNamibia’s national day, marking independence on March 21, 1990. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of Independence Day in Namibia. | Public holiday | — | |
| Good FridayA nationwide Christian public holiday before Easter Sunday. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of Good Friday in Namibia. | Public holiday | — | |
| Easter SundayThe central Christian feast day of the Easter weekend. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of Easter Sunday in Namibia. | Cultural observance | — | |
| Easter MondayA nationwide public holiday following Easter Sunday. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of Easter Monday in Namibia. | Public holiday | — | |
| Workers’ DayA nationwide public holiday recognising workers on May 1. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of Workers’ Day in Namibia. | Public holiday | — | |
| Cassinga DayA public holiday remembering the Cassinga attack of May 4, 1978. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of Cassinga Day in Namibia. | Public holiday | — | |
| Nujoma & Tree Planting DayA May 12 commemorative and community-service day honouring founding president Sam Nujoma. | Cultural observance | — | |
| Ascension DayA nationwide Christian public holiday 39 days after Easter Sunday. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of Ascension Day in Namibia. | Public holiday | — | |
| Africa DayA public holiday celebrating African unity and shared aspirations on May 25. | Public holiday | — | |
| Genocide Remembrance DayA public holiday honouring victims of the 1904–1908 genocide against OvaHerero and Nama communities. | Public holiday | — | |
| Day of the African ChildA June 16 observance linking the 1976 Soweto uprising to children's rights today. | Cultural observance | — | |
| Heroes’ DayA national public holiday commemorating the start of Namibia’s armed liberation struggle. | Public holiday | — | |
| Namibian Child DayA national observance on September 28 focused on children’s wellbeing and rights. | Cultural observance | — | |
| United Nations DayAn October 24 observance recognising the United Nations and international cooperation. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of United Nations Day in Namibia. | Cultural observance | — | |
| Namibian Women & Human Rights DayA public holiday on December 10 recognising Namibian women and international human rights. | Public holiday | — | |
| Christmas DayA major Christian public holiday on December 25. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of Christmas Day in Namibia. | Public holiday | — | |
| Family DayA public holiday extending the Christmas break on December 26. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of Family Day in Namibia. | Public holiday | — |
Sources for Namibia holidays
Calendar dates and classifications are checked against the primary calendar sources below. Historical and cultural claims have additional citations on each individual holiday guide.
- namiblii.orgPrimary calendar source
- mict.gov.naPrimary calendar source