Upcoming Public Holidays
- Thu, May 14Ascension Day
- Mon, May 25Africa Day/ Heroes' Day
- Fri, Jul 17King Letsie III's Birthday
- Sun, Oct 4Independence Day
- Fri, Dec 25Christmas Day
- Sat, Dec 26Boxing Day
🇱🇸 Lesotho — 2026 Calendar
11 holidays, festivals & observances
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January
- New Year's DayThu, Jan 1
March
- Moshoeshoe DayWed, Mar 11
April
- Good FridayFri, Apr 3
- Easter MondayMon, Apr 6
May
- Africa Day/ Heroes' DayMon, May 25
- Ascension DayThu, May 14
- Workers' DayFri, May 1
July
- King Letsie III's BirthdayFri, Jul 17
October
- Independence DaySun, Oct 4
December
- Christmas DayFri, Dec 25
- Boxing DaySat, Dec 26
Lesotho has 11 holidays, festivals, and observances in 2026. Browse the complete calendar below.
🇱🇸 Frequently Asked Questions — Lesotho Holidays 2026
- How many public holidays does Lesotho have in 2026?
- Lesotho has 11 public holidays in 2026, with a total of 11 holidays, festivals, and observances throughout the year.
- What are the main public holidays in Lesotho?
- The main events in Lesotho include Christmas Day, King Letsie III's Birthday, Africa Day/ Heroes' Day, Moshoeshoe Day, Good Friday.
- When is the next holiday in Lesotho?
- The next upcoming holiday in Lesotho is Ascension Day on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
- Is there a complete national calendar for Lesotho 2026?
- Yes, this page provides the complete Lesotho 2026 national calendar with 11 holidays, festivals, and observances.
- When are the collective leave days in Lesotho for 2026?
- Collective leave dates in Lesotho for 2026 are set by the government. See the public holidays table above for the complete list.
Holiday data for Lesotho is sourced from official government gazettes and verified against multiple public sources.
