Our Calendar
Uganda public holidays, important international and United Nations days, and the dates of our own programs and events, all in one place.
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Friday 1 May 2026
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Tuesday 5 May 2026
Promotes clean hands to prevent infections, especially in health care.
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Friday 8 May 2026
World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day
Celebrates the principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and its volunteers, on the birthday of its founder Henry Dunant.
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Friday 15 May 2026
Raises awareness of issues that affect families.
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Sunday 17 May 2026
World Telecommunication and Information Society Day
Promotes the benefits of information and communication technologies and bridging the digital divide.
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Monday 25 May 2026
Marks the founding of the Organisation of African Unity on 25 May 1963, the forerunner of the African Union.
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Wednesday 27 May 2026
Public holiday
The Feast of Sacrifice (10 Dhu al-Hijjah). The exact day follows the sighting of the new moon and the official announcement, so the date shown is a p…
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Sunday 31 May 2026
Raises awareness of the health risks of tobacco use.
Times are East Africa Time (Kampala).
Public holiday dates follow the Public Holidays Act of Uganda. The government can declare additional or changed holidays by notice, and moveable dates such as Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha are confirmed by official announcement after the moon is sighted; until then they are marked "Date to be confirmed" (the real day is usually the day shown or one day earlier). A few international days, such as Safer Internet Day, are announced afresh each year.
Where the dates come from
Each international day shows its source, such as the United Nations or the World Health Organization. Open a date to see it.
Keep the dates in your own calendar
Download the whole calendar as an iCal (.ics) file for Google Calendar, Outlook or Apple Calendar, or subscribe to its address to receive updates.
https://luminaafricafoundation.com/calendar.ics
