New Year in Lesotho
In 2026, New Year falls on Thursday, 1 January 2026.
Photo by Shubhankar Sharma on UnsplashUpdated 16 Jul 2026
About New Year
New Year is a public holiday in Lesotho that marks the start of the Gregorian calendar year. It is a time for national reflection on the past year and setting aspirations for the future. Celebrations typically include fireworks, church services, and festive gatherings with family and friends.
New Year dates in Lesotho
Observance dates for New Year across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 Jan 2023 | Sunday | New Year |
| 2024 | 1 Jan 2024 | Monday | New Year |
| 2025 | 1 Jan 2025 | Wednesday | New Year |
| 2026This year | 1 Jan 2026 | Thursday | New Year |
| 2027 | 1 Jan 2027 | Friday | New Year |
| 2028 | 1 Jan 2028 | Saturday | New Year |
| 2029 | 1 Jan 2029 | Monday | New Year |
| 2030 | 1 Jan 2030 | Tuesday | New Year |
| 2031 | 1 Jan 2031 | Wednesday | New Year |
1 Jan 2023
Sunday · New Year
1 Jan 2024
Monday · New Year
1 Jan 2025
Wednesday · New Year
1 Jan 2026
Thursday · New Year
1 Jan 2027
Friday · New Year
1 Jan 2028
Saturday · New Year
1 Jan 2029
Monday · New Year
1 Jan 2030
Tuesday · New Year
1 Jan 2031
Wednesday · New Year
