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Zimbabwe Holidays 2025

Complete list of public holidays and observances

21 holidaysUpdated: 11/13/2025

About These Holidays

This list includes national holidays, public holidays, and observances for Zimbabwe in 2025. Some holidays may be regional or observed only in specific locations.

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January
Wed
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
New Year
New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.
Public Holiday
February
Fri
Friday, February 21, 2025
Robert Gabriel Mugabe National Youth Day
Robert Gabriel Mugabe National Youth Day is a public holiday in Zimbabwe
Public Holiday
March
Thu
Thursday, March 20, 2025
March Equinox
March Equinox in Zimbabwe (Harare)
Season
April
Fri
Friday, April 18, 2025
Good Friday
Good Friday is a global Christian observance two days before Easter Sunday.
Public Holiday
Fri
Friday, April 18, 2025
Independence Day
Independence Day is a public holiday in Zimbabwe
Public Holiday
Sat
Saturday, April 19, 2025
Holy Saturday
Holy Saturday is the day before Easter Sunday.
Public Holiday
Sun
Sunday, April 20, 2025
Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection, according to Christian belief.
Public Holiday
Mon
Monday, April 21, 2025
Easter Monday
Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday.
Public Holiday
May
Thu
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Workers' Day
Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.
Public Holiday
Sun
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Mother's Day
Mother’s Day celebrates the achievements and efforts of mothers and mother figures.
Observance
Sun
Sunday, May 25, 2025
Africa Day
Africa Day is a public holiday in Zimbabwe
Public Holiday
Mon
Monday, May 26, 2025
Africa Day observed
Africa Day is a public holiday in Zimbabwe
Public Holiday
June
Sun
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Father's Day
Father’s Day celebrates fatherhood and male parenting on different dates worldwide.
Observance
Sat
Saturday, June 21, 2025
June Solstice
June Solstice in Zimbabwe (Harare)
Season
August
Mon
Monday, August 11, 2025
Heroes' Day
Heroes' Day is a public holiday in Zimbabwe
Public Holiday
Tue
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Defence Forces Day
Defence Forces Day is a public holiday in Zimbabwe
Public Holiday
September
Mon
Monday, September 22, 2025
September Equinox
September Equinox in Zimbabwe (Harare)
Season
December
Sun
Sunday, December 21, 2025
December Solstice
December Solstice in Zimbabwe (Harare)
Season
Mon
Monday, December 22, 2025
Unity Day
Unity Day is a public holiday in Zimbabwe
Public Holiday
Thu
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is one of the biggest Christian celebrations and falls on December 25 in the Gregorian calendar.
Public Holiday
Fri
Friday, December 26, 2025
Boxing Day
Boxing Day is a public holiday in Zimbabwe
Public Holiday

Understanding Zimbabwe Holidays 2025

Holiday Culture in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe celebrates a unique blend of cultural, religious, and national holidays throughout the year. The holiday calendar reflects the nation's rich heritage and diverse traditions.

Major Holidays in Zimbabwe

New Year

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.

Public Holiday

Independence Day

Friday, April 18, 2025

Independence Day is a public holiday in Zimbabwe

Public Holiday

Easter Sunday

Sunday, April 20, 2025

Easter Sunday commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection, according to Christian belief.

Public Holiday

Holiday Pattern & Statistics

Zimbabwe observes 21 official holidays in 2025. The typical range for countries in this region is 10-12 holidays annually.

Zimbabwe's 21 official holidays reflect the nation's christian heritage and zimbabwean traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.

Business Travel & Coordination

Plan business travel to Zimbabwe carefully around major holidays when offices close and transportation becomes congested. Check regional variations as holiday observance may differ across provinces or states.

Cultural Traditions

Zimbabwe's holiday traditions emphasize family gatherings, traditional foods, and community celebrations. Many holidays involve multi-day festivities with distinct customs for each day.

Timezone Coordination Tips

When coordinating meetings with Zimbabwe, verify holiday schedules in advance as dates may vary, especially for lunar calendar-based holidays. Use SyncMyTime's timezone tools to ensure perfect scheduling alignment.

Why Check Zimbabwe Public Holidays?

  • Plan business meetings and avoid scheduling conflicts during bank closures
  • Coordinate with remote teams and international colleagues across time zones
  • Book travel and accommodations around peak holiday periods for better rates
  • Respect cultural and religious observances important to local communities
  • Optimize project timelines and deadlines accounting for reduced business days
  • Anticipate supply chain and logistics disruptions during major holidays

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Stay Perfectly Synchronized

Our holiday calendar for Zimbabwe is regularly updated to ensure accuracy. Use this information alongside our Zimbabwe timezone tools and meeting planner to coordinate seamlessly with Zimbabwe and stay perfectly synchronized with local schedules.