Labour Day is a public holiday in Kenya, observed on May 1, 2026. This is a national holiday observed across the entire country.

Holiday Details

HolidayLabour Day
Local NameLabour Day
DateMay 1, 2026
CountryKE flag Kenya
TypePublic
NationalYes — observed nationwide

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Labour Day in Kenya?
Labour Day falls on May 1, 2026 in Kenya.
Is Labour Day a public holiday?
Yes, Labour Day is an official public holiday in Kenya. It is observed nationwide.
What is Labour Day called locally?
In Kenya, Labour Day is known as "Labour Day".

All Public Holidays in Kenya KE flag

DateHolidayType
2026-04-03 Good Friday Public
2026-01-01 New Year's Day Public
2026-04-06 Easter Monday Public
2026-05-01 Labour Day Public
2026-06-01 Madaraka Day Public
2026-10-10 Mazingira Day Public
2026-10-20 Mashujaa Day Public
2026-12-12 Jamhuri Day Public
2026-12-25 Christmas Day Public
2026-12-26 Boxing Day Public
2026-04-03 Good Friday Public
2026-01-01 New Year's Day Public
2026-04-06 Easter Monday Public
2026-06-01 Madaraka Day Public
2026-10-10 Mazingira Day Public

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