Independence Day has already passed this year.
Monday, October 9, 2023
Key facts
- Date
- Monday, October 9, 2023
- Day of the week
- Monday
- Where observed
- Nationwide
- Holiday type
- Public holiday
- Week number
- 41
- Day of year
- 282
- Local time zone
- Africa/Kampala
- Currency
- UGX
Long-weekend planner
Independence Day falls on a Monday in 2023, giving you a natural three-day weekend with no extra leave.
This holiday in other years
Frequently asked questions
In Uganda, Independence Day is on October 9, 2023 in 2023.
In 2023, Independence Day falls on a Monday.
Yes. Independence Day is a public holiday observed nationwide in Uganda.
Independence Day was on October 9, 2023 and has already passed this year.
The next Independence Day in Uganda is on October 9, 2024.
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The Independence Day date for Uganda 2023 is compiled from public official sources and was last updated on August 7, 2026.