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Independence Day in Uganda

Public holiday, observed nationwide

Countdown

Next: October 9, 2026 (Friday)

Independence Day Dates by Year

YearDateDay
2025October 9, 2025Thursday
2026October 9, 2026Friday
2027October 9, 2027Saturday

Details

TypePublic
ScopeNational

Timezones in Uganda

IANA ZoneAbbreviationUTC OffsetDST
Africa/KampalaEATUTC+03:00No
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Other Holidays in Uganda

New Year's Day

January 1, 2026 · Public

Liberation Day

January 26, 2026 · Public

Archbishop Janani Luwum Day

February 16, 2026 · Public

International Women's Day

March 8, 2026 · Public

Good Friday

April 3, 2026 · Public

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FAQ

When is Independence Day in 2026?▾

Independence Day falls on October 9, 2026 (Friday) in 2026.

Is Independence Day a public holiday?▾

Independence Day is a public holiday in Uganda.

What timezone is Uganda in?▾

Uganda uses Africa/Kampala (UTC+03:00).