Lesotho Holidays, Observances & Calendar 2026

Find the complete list of public holidays, observances, and the full monthly Calendar for Lesotho in 2026. Discover official national holidays, important cultural dates, and plan your year with this country-specific holiday guide.

Total Holidays 15
Public Holidays 11
Observances 4
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Calendar 2026
Holidays 2026
January 2026
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February 2026
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March 2026
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April 2026
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15
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May 2026
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18
26
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19
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31
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6
June 2026
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Tue
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23
31
1
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5
6
24
7
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9
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25
14
15
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26
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July 2026
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28
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9
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29
12
13
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18
30
19
20
21
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25
31
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1
August 2026
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31
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27
28
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31
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32
2
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4
5
6
7
8
33
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
34
16
17
18
19
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21
22
35
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28
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5
September 2026
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36
30
31
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37
6
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12
38
13
14
15
16
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39
20
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24
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26
40
27
28
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30
1
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3
October 2026
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Mon
Tue
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Fri
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40
27
28
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30
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3
41
4
5
6
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8
9
10
42
11
12
13
14
15
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43
18
19
20
21
22
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24
44
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
November 2026
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45
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46
8
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14
47
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
48
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
49
29
30
1
2
3
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5
December 2026
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Mon
Tue
Wed
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Fri
Sat
49
29
30
1
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3
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5
50
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
51
13
14
15
16
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19
52
20
21
22
23
24
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1
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Holidays & Observances in Lesotho in 2026

New Year
Public Holiday
Thursday, January 1, 2026
132 days ago
Moshoeshoe's Birthday
Public Holiday
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
63 days ago
March Equinox
Season
Friday, March 20, 2026
54 days ago
Good Friday
Public Holiday
Friday, April 3, 2026
40 days ago
Easter Monday
Public Holiday
Monday, April 6, 2026
37 days ago
May Day
Public Holiday
Friday, May 1, 2026
12 days ago
Ascension Day
Public Holiday
Thursday, May 14, 2026
1 days left
Africa/Heroes Day
Public Holiday
Monday, May 25, 2026
12 days left
June Solstice
Season
Sunday, June 21, 2026
39 days left
King's Birthday
Public Holiday
Friday, July 17, 2026
65 days left
September Equinox
Season
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
133 days left
Independence Day
Public Holiday
Sunday, October 4, 2026
144 days left
December Solstice
Season
Monday, December 21, 2026
222 days left
Christmas Day
Public Holiday
Friday, December 25, 2026
226 days left
Boxing Day
Public Holiday
Saturday, December 26, 2026
227 days left

Lesotho Holidays 2026 - FAQs

1. How many public holidays are there in Lesotho in 2026?
➥ Lesotho has several official public holidays in 2026, including national holidays and other important observances listed on this page. The exact number may vary depending on regional and optional holidays.
2. What are the national holidays in Lesotho in 2026?
➥ National holidays in Lesotho include officially recognized days observed across the country, such as New Year’s Day, Independence Day, and Christmas. A full list is available in the holiday table above.
3. Are Carnival days public holidays in Lesotho?
➥ Carnival days in Lesotho are widely celebrated, but their status as official public holidays can vary by region and employer. This calendar highlights nationally recognized holidays and major observances for 2026.
4. Do holidays in Lesotho change every year?
➥ Some holidays in Lesotho fall on fixed dates each year, while others are movable and depend on religious or cultural calendars. This page reflects the dates specific to 2026.
5. Is this holiday calendar updated from official sources?
➥ The holiday information on this page is compiled from official government publications and widely accepted public records to ensure accuracy for planning and reference purposes.

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