Labour Day has already passed this year.
Friday, May 1, 2026
Key facts
- Date
- Friday, May 1, 2026
- Day of the week
- Friday
- Where observed
- Nationwide
- Holiday type
- Public holiday
- Week number
- 18
- Day of year
- 121
- Local time zone
- Africa/Gaborone
- Currency
- BWP
Long-weekend planner
Labour Day falls on a Friday in 2026, giving you a natural three-day weekend with no extra leave.
This holiday in other years
Frequently asked questions
In Botswana, Labour Day is on May 1, 2026 in 2026.
In 2026, Labour Day falls on a Friday.
Yes. Labour Day is a public holiday observed nationwide in Botswana.
Labour Day was on May 1, 2026 and has already passed this year.
The next Labour Day in Botswana is on May 1, 2027.
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The Labour Day date for Botswana 2026 is compiled from public official sources and was last updated on August 7, 2026.