🇿🇼 Defense Forces Day in Zimbabwe

Defense Forces Day is a public holiday observed in Zimbabwe. It is classified as a Public Holiday. See the dates, history and observance details on this page, or browse all public holidays in Zimbabwe.

This year, Defense Forces Day falls on {'year': 2026, 'name': 'Defense Forces Day', 'date_iso': '2026-08-11', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2026, 8, 11), 'date_display': '11 Aug 2026', 'day_of_week': 'Tuesday'} in Zimbabwe.

Next year, Defense Forces Day will be observed on {'year': 2027, 'name': 'Defense Forces Day', 'date_iso': '2027-08-10', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2027, 8, 10), 'date_display': '10 Aug 2027', 'day_of_week': 'Tuesday'} in Zimbabwe. Movable holidays can change weekday and date year to year.

Last year, Defense Forces Day was observed on {'year': 2025, 'name': 'Defense Forces Day', 'date_iso': '2025-08-12', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2025, 8, 12), 'date_display': '12 Aug 2025', 'day_of_week': 'Tuesday'} in Zimbabwe.

Yes, Defense Forces Day is recognized as a public holiday in Zimbabwe. Most government offices, banks and many schools close, and some businesses may operate on reduced hours. Specific closures vary by industry and region.

You can download an iCal (.ics) file for Defense Forces Day from this page and import it into Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook, or any standard calendar app. The Zimbabwe holidays page lists every other holiday you can subscribe to the same way.