New Year’s Day 2026 and 2027 in Eswatini
Eswatini celebrates New Year’s Day with a public holiday every 1 January, as does most of the rest of the world. However, the celebrations really begin on New Year’s Eve and reach a high point with the turning of the clock from 11:59pm on 31 December to midnight on 1 January.
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 Jan | Thu | New Year's Day |
| 2027 | 1 Jan | Fri | New Year's Day |
| Please scroll down to end of page for previous years' dates. | |||
New Year’s Day is a time of resolutions and starting fresh for some, while for others it is spent recovering from a big, late night spent with friends and family.
Africa widely follows the Gregorian Calendar, and even in places with Islamic or traditional calendars, “Western“ New Year’s Day is normally still celebrated.
Most people in Eswatini celebrate with private parties, lots of delicious food, and perhaps the making of some New Year’s resolutions. New Year’s Eve and Day are down-to-earth and family-oriented.
Previous Years
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 Jan | Wed | New Year's Day |
| 2024 | 1 Jan | Mon | New Year's Day |