Holidays in Uganda are spent quietly at home with the family or celebrated with traditional dinners with friends. Some people travel during the long days off to relax with their family and others celebrate the religious holidays doing religious activities.
Saturday, 1 January 2011: New Year’s Day
Uganda decided to celebrate the New Year on February 18 after the elections.
Wednesday, 26 January 2011: NRM Liberation Day
During this day, the people celebrate the National Resistance Movement (NRM) liberation of Uganda in 1986.
Friday, 18 February 2011: Public Holiday (General Elections)
Wednesday, 23 February 2011: Public Holiday (Mayoral and Local Government Elections)
This public holiday was declared since it is the day of their Elections.
Tuesday, 8 March 2011: Women’s Day
This holiday is to celebrate the works and contributions done by the Women of the country.
Friday, 22 April 2011: Good Friday
Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Monday, 25 April 2011: Easter Monday
Easter Monday is a Christian holiday that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Sunday, 1 May 2011: Labour Day
Labour day celebrates the rights and the works done by the workers for the country.
Friday, 3 June 2011: Uganda Martyrs’ Day
This day is in honor of the Christian Martyrs who have died during the reign of King Mwanga.
Thursday, 9 June 2011: National Heroes Day
This day is to honor those who have fought during the guerilla in 1981-1985.
Tuesday, 30 August 2011: Idd el-Fitr (End of Ramadan)
This is a Muslim holiday celebrating the end of the Fasting Month, Ramadan.
Sunday, 9 October 2011: Independence Day
This day celebrates Uganda’s Independence from Britain in 1962.
Sunday, 6 November 2011: Idd-al-Adhuha (Feast of Sacrifice)
The Muslims celebrate this day by sacrificing cattle and goats to honor the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son to God.
Sunday, 25 December 2011: Christmas Day
This is a religious Christian holiday that celebrates the Birth of Jesus Christ.
Monday, 26 December 2011: Boxing Day
This day is to commemorate the birth of Christ by giving presents and donations to the less fortunate.
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