Kuomboka Harvest Festival
Season or date: February
Largest traditional event in Western Province where Lozi people give thanks
Festivals in Zambia
Discover traditional festivals and celebrations of this country
Festivals
Chibombo Muleleya
Season or date: Late March
Bemba New Year celebration in Lusaka suburbs
International JazzZambia Music Festival
Season or date: April
Fusion event of jazz and traditional music held in Lusaka
Bana Mwaiti Ceremony
Season or date: June
Ritual offering prayers to trees in Copperbelt Province
Ukwafwa Festival
Season or date: August
Northern Province celebration of hunting season opening
Lusaka International Show
Season or date: First week of August
Largest domestic exhibition featuring agriculture, industry, and tourism
Traditional Dance Summit
Season or date: September
National cultural event where dances from 72 tribes gather
Roy Wa Kwata
Season or date: October
Eastern Province Nyanja tribe celebration of royal establishment
Independence Day
Season or date: October 24
Parades and fireworks celebrating independence
Victoria Falls Marathon
Season or date: November
International marathon crossing the border
Public holidays
- New Year's Day
- Youth Day
- May Day
- Africa Day
- Heroes' Day
- Unity Day
- Farmers' Day
- Independence Day
- Christmas