Liberation Day in Rwanda

In 2026, Liberation Day falls on Saturday, 4 July 2026.

About Liberation Day

Liberation Day in Rwanda commemorates the end of the 1994 genocide and the victory of the Rwandan Patriotic Front. It is a national holiday that focuses on themes of national unity, peace, and the country's progress toward development. Citizens participate in commemorative events and public reflections across the nation.

Liberation Day dates in Rwanda

Observance dates for Liberation Day across a 10-year window (2023-2031).

4 Jul 2023

Tuesday · Liberation Day

2023

4 Jul 2024

Thursday · Liberation Day

2024

4 Jul 2025

Friday · Liberation Day

2025

4 Jul 2026

Saturday · Liberation Day

2026

4 Jul 2027

Sunday · Liberation Day

2027

4 Jul 2028

Tuesday · Liberation Day

2028

4 Jul 2029

Wednesday · Liberation Day

2029

4 Jul 2030

Thursday · Liberation Day

2030

4 Jul 2031

Friday · Liberation Day

2031

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