Public Holidays in Tanzania
Upcoming Holidays
- Mar20
End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)
In 42 daysPublic - Apr3
Good Friday
In 56 daysPublic - Apr5
Easter Sunday
In 58 daysObservance
Holiday Calendar
January(2 holidays)
- 1ThuNew Year's DayPublic
- 2FriZanzibar Revolution DayPublic
March(1 holiday)
- 20FriEnd of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)Public
April(5 holidays)
- 3FriGood FridayPublic
- 5SunEaster SundayObservance
- 6MonEaster MondayPublic
- 7TueKarume DayPublic
- 26SunUnion DayPublic
May(2 holidays)
- 1FriLabour DayPublic
- 27WedFeast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)Public
July(1 holiday)
- 7TueSaba Saba DayPublic
August(2 holidays)
- 8SatNane Nane DayPublic
- 25TueMaulid DayPublic
October(1 holiday)
- 14WedNyerere DayPublic
December(3 holidays)
- 9WedIndependence DayPublic
- 25FriChristmas DayPublic
- 26SatChristmas DayPublic
Holiday Types
About National Holidays in Tanzania
Public holidays in Tanzania. These are designated non-working days when most businesses, schools, government offices, and financial institutions are closed. Understanding these holidays is essential for planning business operations, travel itineraries, and personal time off.
Holiday planning tips: Consider booking accommodations and transportation well in advance for major holidays. Many locals take extended vacations during key holiday periods, which can affect availability of services and create opportunities for longer breaks by strategically using your vacation days.
Maximize Your Vacation Days with Tanzania Public Holidays 2026-2027
This strategic holiday planner shows how to combine 16 public holidays in Tanzania with your annual leave for extended vacations and long weekends. Create the perfect work-life balance by optimizing your time off around these key dates.