Kenya celebrates their country’s national holidays with fun festivities and sports events. During religious holidays, they celebrate it with their families or devote their time with prayers according to their religion.
Saturday, 1 January 2011: New Year’s Day
Kenya celebrates their New Year with a mix of fun festivities, fireworks and family reunions.
Friday, 22 April 20111: Good Friday
This is a Christian Holiday remembering the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ.
Monday, 25 April 2011: Easter Monday
This is a Christian holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Sunday, 1 May 2011: Labour Day
Monday, 2 May 2011: Labour Day Holiday
This holiday is celebrated worldwide in aims of commemorating the rights and contributions of the all workers for their country.
Wednesday, 1 June 2011: Madaraka day
This day celebrates the time when Kenya obtained self-rule back in 1963.
Tuesday, 30 August 2011: Idd ul Fitr/Idd Baraza (End of Ramadan)
This is a Muslim holiday celebrating the end of Ramadan.
Thursday, 20 October 2011: Mashujaa Day (Kenyatta Day)
This day honors all the heroes and heroines of Kenya who fought for independence.
Monday, 12 December 2011: Jamhuri Day (Independence Day)
This marks the official Independence from the UK and marks the day when Kenya became a Republic.
Sunday, 25 December 2011: Christmas Day
This day marks the Birth of Jesus Christ; a Christian holiday.
Monday, 26 December 2011: Boxing Day
This day comes after Christmas which is often celebrated with sports events.
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