Public holidays in Jamaica
Jamaica has 10 public holidays in 2026. The table below also lists the other days observed there, such as bank and school holidays.
- 10 Public
- 1 Observance
Holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| February 18 | Wednesday | Ash Wednesday | Public |
| April 3 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| April 5 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| April 6 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| May 25 | Monday | Labour Day | Public |
| August 1 | Saturday | Emancipation Day | Public |
| August 6 | Thursday | Independence Day | Public |
| October 19 | Monday | National Heroes Day | Public |
| December 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
| December 26 | Saturday | Boxing Day | Public |
Other years
Frequently asked questions
- How many public holidays does Jamaica have in 2026?
- Jamaica has 10 public holidays in 2026.
- What is the first public holiday in Jamaica in 2026?
- The first is New Year's Day, on January 1, 2026.
- Which public holidays in Jamaica fall on a weekend in 2026?
- 2 of them: Emancipation Day, Boxing Day.