Today, 17 July 2026, is not a public holiday in Eswatini.
There are a total of 13 holidays in Eswatini in 2026. The table below lists all holidays and when they’re observed.
| Holiday | Day |
|---|---|
| Birthday of the late King Sobhuza | 22 July 2026 |
| Somhlolo Day (Independence Day) | 6 September 2026 |
| Umhlanga Reed Dance | 7 September 2026 |
| Christmas Day | 25 December 2026 |
| Boxing Day | 26 December 2026 |
| Incwala Day | 28 December 2026 |
Holiday
Birthday of the late King Sobhuza
Day
22 July 2026
Holiday
Somhlolo Day (Independence Day)
Day
6 September 2026
Holiday
Umhlanga Reed Dance
Day
7 September 2026
Holiday
Christmas Day
Day
25 December 2026
Holiday
Boxing Day
Day
26 December 2026
Holiday
Incwala Day
Day
28 December 2026
| Holiday | Day |
|---|---|
| New Year | 1 January 2026 |
| Good Friday | 3 April 2026 |
| Easter Monday | 6 April 2026 |
| Birthday of King Mswati III | 19 April 2026 |
| National Flag Day | 25 April 2026 |
| May Day | 1 May 2026 |
| Ascension Day | 14 May 2026 |
Holiday
New Year
Day
1 January 2026
Holiday
Good Friday
Day
3 April 2026
Holiday
Easter Monday
Day
6 April 2026
Holiday
Birthday of King Mswati III
Day
19 April 2026
Holiday
National Flag Day
Day
25 April 2026
Holiday
May Day
Day
1 May 2026
Holiday
Ascension Day
Day
14 May 2026
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