Holidays in Malawi in 2026

This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Malawi in 2026. Public holidays are special days that everyone gets off work, while observances are traditional celebrations and events that are popular in a particular country without a day-off work status. Some dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check this page in advance before visiting Malawi.

Holiday name Holiday location / Date Holiday type
New Year Malawi
January 1 2026, Thursday
National
John Chilembwe Day Malawi
January 15 2026, Thursday
National
Martyrs' Day Malawi
March 3 2026, Tuesday
National
Eid al-Fitr Malawi
March 20 2026, Friday
National
March Equinox Malawi
March 20 2026, Friday
Seasonal
Good Friday Malawi
April 3 2026, Friday
National
Easter Saturday Malawi
April 4 2026, Saturday
National
Easter Monday Malawi
April 6 2026, Monday
National
May Day Malawi
May 1 2026, Friday
National
Kamuzu Day Malawi
May 14 2026, Thursday
National
June Solstice Malawi
June 21 2026, Sunday
Seasonal
Independence Day Malawi
July 6 2026, Monday
National
September Equinox Malawi
September 23 2026, Wednesday
Seasonal
Mother's Day Malawi
October 15 2026, Thursday
National
December Solstice Malawi
December 21 2026, Monday
Seasonal
Christmas Day Malawi
December 25 2026, Friday
National
Boxing Day Malawi
December 26 2026, Saturday
National
Boxing Day Malawi
December 28 2026, Monday
National