Eswatini has 16 nationwide public holidays in 2026. Rules can vary by region.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 6 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| Apr 19 | Sunday | Birthday of King Mswati III | Public |
| Apr 20 | Monday | Birthday of King Mswati III (substitute day) | Public |
| Apr 25 | Saturday | National Flag Day | Public |
| Apr 27 | Monday | National Flag Day (substitute day) | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 14 | Thursday | Ascension Day | Public |
| Jul 22 | Wednesday | Birthday of the late King Sobhuza | Public |
| Sep 6 | Sunday | Independence Day | Public |
| Sep 7 | Monday | Umhlanga Reed Dance | Public |
| Sep 7 | Monday | Independence Day (substitute day) | Public |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
| Dec 26 | Saturday | Boxing Day | Public |
| Dec 28 | Monday | Incwala Festival | Public |
Eswatini has 16 nationwide public holidays in 2026. Some regions add their own local holidays.
The next public holiday is Christmas Day on Friday, December 25, 2026.