Kenya Public Holidays 2026
Kenya has 13 national public holidays in 2026, starting with Mwaka mpya on January 1, 2026 and ending with Boxing Day on December 26, 2026. Of these, 4 land on a weekend, which is worth checking if you are counting on days off from work.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mwaka mpya | January 1, 2026 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Idd-ul-Fitr | March 20, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Ijumaa Kuu | April 3, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Pasaka | April 5, 2026 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Jumatatu ya Pasaka | April 6, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Labour Day | May 1, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Idd-ul-Azha | May 27, 2026 | Wednesday | Public holiday |
| Siku ya Madaraka | June 1, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Moi Day | October 10, 2026 | SaturdayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Siku ya Mashujaa | October 20, 2026 | Tuesday | Public holiday |
| Siku ya Jamhuri | December 12, 2026 | SaturdayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Krismasi | December 25, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Boxing Day | December 26, 2026 | SaturdayWeekend | Public holiday |
April is the densest month for holidays, which tends to shape travel and shopping patterns. Use the table below to see each 2026 holiday in Kenya, when it happens and which day of the week it lands on. We track national holidays only, leaving out regional variations, so the list stays consistent and easy to compare with other countries.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Kenya have in 2026?
Kenya has 13 national public holidays in 2026. The first is Mwaka mpya on January 1, 2026 and the last is Boxing Day on December 26, 2026.
What is the first public holiday of 2026 in Kenya?
The first public holiday of 2026 is Mwaka mpya, which falls on January 1, 2026, a Thursday.
What is the last public holiday of 2026 in Kenya?
The final national public holiday of 2026 is Boxing Day on December 26, 2026, a Saturday.
Are regional holidays included for Kenya?
No. This calendar lists national public holidays only. State, provincial and regional holidays that apply to just part of Kenya are not included, which keeps the list consistent across countries.
Other years for Kenya
Planning further ahead or looking back? Compare the Kenya public holiday calendar across years: