Kenya Public & National Holidays (2026)

At 580,367 km², Kenya is the world’s 48th largest country. It’s known for its wildlife preserves and scenic landscapes. The country’s geography draw in large number of tourists from around the world, which is an important contributor to Kenya’s economy. Kenya has an estimated population of 52.57 million, which ranks 27th in the world.

Public holidays in Kenya consist of religious and national holidays observed by Kenyans across the country.

When are public holidays in Kenya?

Which are the public holidays in Kenya?

New Year’s Day
New Year’s Day is a public holiday in Kenya, marking the first day of the new year in the Gregorian calendar and is celebrated worldwide.

Good Friday
Good Friday is a national holiday in Kenya which commemorates the death and crucifixion of Jesus Christ.

Easter Monday
Easter Monday in Kenya is a Christian holiday that is celebrated the day after Easter Sunday

Labor Day
Along with countries worldwide, Labor Day in Kenya celebrates the achievements of the Labor movement.

Madaraka Day
Madaraka Day is a national holiday in Kenya, Swahili for ‘Power’, commemorating the day that Kenya took power when they attained self-rule in 1963.

Eid-al-Fitr
Eid-al-Fitr marks the end of the Holy month of Ramadan, and is celebrated by Muslims across Kenya.

Eid-al-Adha
Eid-al-Adha is celebrated in Kenya and commemorates Prophet Muhammad’s sacrifice to God.

Huduma Day
Huduma Day is a public holiday in Kenya that honors Daniel Arap Moi, the former president of Kenya.

Mashujaa Day
Mashujaa Day, also known as Heroes’ Day, is a public holiday dedicated to honor the Kenyans who contributed to Kenya’s independence.

Diwali
The Festival of Lights, more commonly known as Diwali, marks the return of Lord Rama and is celebrated by Hindus in Kenya.

Jamhuri Day
Jamhuri Day is Kenya’s National Day, celebrating Kenya becoming a republic, as well as Kenya’s independence from the United Kingdom.

Christmas Day
A Christian holiday, Christmas Day celebrates the birth of Jesus and is a public holiday in Kenya and worldwide.

Utamaduni Day
Utamaduni Day is a public holiday in Kenya and is celebrated a day after Christmas Day.

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