The calendar below maps out Malawi's 2026 holidays month by month, combining national public holidays with regional school breaks. Across the year, 12 national public holidays are highlighted, with 10 landing on weekdays. The same school holiday dates apply across all 27 regions, adding up to about 120 days this year. The holiday year opens with New Year's Day on 1 January and runs through to Boxing Day on 26 December. Each coloured day in the calendar links to its public holiday or school break.