Uganda public holidays 2027

Uganda has 15 nationwide public holidays in 2027. Rules can vary by region.

DateDayHolidayType
Jan 1FridayNew Year's DayPublic
Jan 26TuesdayLiberation DayPublic
Feb 16TuesdayArchbishop Janan Luwum DayPublic
Mar 8MondayInternational Women's DayPublic
Mar 9TuesdayEnd of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)Public
Mar 26FridayGood FridayPublic
Mar 28SundayEaster SundayPublic
Mar 29MondayEaster MondayPublic
May 1SaturdayLabour DayPublic
May 16SundayFeast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)Public
Jun 3ThursdayMartyr's DayPublic
Jun 9WednesdayNational Heroes DayPublic
Oct 9SaturdayIndependence DayPublic
Dec 25SaturdayChristmas DayPublic
Dec 26SundayBoxing DayPublic

Frequently asked questions

How many public holidays does Uganda have in 2027?

Uganda has 15 nationwide public holidays in 2027. Some regions add their own local holidays.

What is the next public holiday in Uganda?

The next public holiday is New Year's Day on Friday, January 1, 2027.