Tanzania Public Holidays
Tanzania observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Overview
Tanzania observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Some holidays are observed nationwide, while others may apply only to specific regions or communities.
Explore the holiday calendar for Tanzania by year below.
2026 holidays
A quick look at upcoming holidays in Tanzania.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| Jan 12 | Monday | Zanzibar Revolution Day |
| Feb 18 | Wednesday | Ramadan Start |
| Mar 20 | Friday | Eid el Fitri |
| Mar 20 | Friday | March Equinox |
| Mar 21 | Saturday | Eid el Fitri Holiday |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday |
| Apr 5 | Sunday | Easter Sunday |
| Apr 6 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| Apr 7 | Tuesday | Karume Day |
| Apr 26 | Sunday | Union Day |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day |
| May 10 | Sunday | Mothers' Day |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Eid al-Adha |
| Jun 21 | Sunday | Fathers' Day |
Holiday calendar by year
Years are listed in ascending order.