UK Calendar with Holidays 2026 –In 2026, the United Kingdom observes a structured calendar of 8-10 bank holidays based on the region. Across England and Wales, public holidays include New Year’s Day (Thursday, January 1), Good Friday (April 3), Easter Monday (April 6), May Bank Holiday (May 4), Spring Bank Holiday (25 May), Summer Bank Holiday (August 31), Christmas Day (Friday, December 25), and a couple’s option (Monday, December 28).
UK Calendar with Holidays 2026
In Scotland, the same applies to eight days, with two major additions: on 2 January (Friday, 2 January) and St. Andrew Day (Monday, 30 November), for a total of nine. In Northern Ireland, there are ten bank holidays, including shared dates. Plus St. Patrick’s Day (Tuesday, March 17) and the Battle of the Boyne (Monday, July 13).
UK Holiday Calendar 2026
During 2026, whenever a holiday land at the end of a week – Saturday, December 26 along with the boxing day – a “substitute” week day, usually runs on the next Monday, These bank holidays shape the rhythm of the country by to influence closures, travel patterns and cultural programs of schools and business. Whether for a long weekend travel or festive plans, UK residents benefit from this well-structured holiday calendar to coordinate time and communal ceremonies.
UK Holidays 2026
England & Wales—Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Weekday | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2025 | Thursday | New Year’s Day (gov.uk) |
| Apr 3, 2025 | Friday | Good Friday |
| Apr 6, 2025 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| May 4, 2025 | Monday | Early May bank holiday |
| May 25, 2025 | Monday | Spring bank holiday |
| Aug 31, 2025 | Monday | Summer bank holiday |
| Dec 25, 2025 | Friday | Christmas Day |
| Dec 28, 2025 | Monday | Boxing Day (substitute) |
- New Year’s Day—1 January (Thu)—marks the beginning of the new year; celebrated with comfort and celebration.
- Good Friday—April 3 (Fri.)—Christian holiday recalling the cross of Jesus Christ.
- Easter Monday—6 April (Mon..) – follows Easter Sunday; part of extended Easter break.
- May starting May 4—May 4 (Mon)—Spring holiday to enjoy hot weather.
- Spring Bank Holiday—25 May (Mon)—end-of-spring holiday, often used for small getaways.
- Summer Bank Holiday—31 August (Mon)—End of summer with fairs and family programs.
- Christmas Day—25 December (Fri..)—celebrates the birth of Jesus; major family and cultural holidays.
- Boxing Day (substitute)—28 December (Mon.): After Christmas Day, it is used for rest or shopping. It is a Saturday celebrated since 26 December.
Scotland—Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Weekday | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2025 | Thursday | New Year’s Day |
| Jan 2, 2025 | Friday | 2nd January |
| Apr 3, 2025 | Friday | Good Friday |
| April 6, 2025 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| May 4, 2025 | Monday | Early May bank holiday |
| May 25, 2025 | Monday | Spring bank holiday |
| Aug 3, 2025 | Monday | Summer bank holiday |
| Nov 30, 2025 | Monday | St Andrew’s Day |
| Dec 25, 2025 | Friday | Christmas Day |
| Dec 28, 2025 | Monday | Boxing Day (substitute) |
- New Year’s Day—1 January (Thu)—celebration across Scotland.
- 2 January–2 January (Fri)—Traditional Scottish holiday for extended New Year celebration.
- Good Friday—April 3 (Fri.)—Celebrated Christian Holy Day.
- Easter Monday—6 April (Mon)—Extra day for observation related to Easter.
- Starting May 4—May 4 (Mon)—holiday and community programs may begin.
- Spring Bank Holiday—25 May (Mon)—Late spring holiday.
- Summer Bank Holiday—August 3 (Mon)—Scotland’s summer break, first from the rest of the UK.
- St. Andrew’s Day—30 November (Mon.)—celebrates the patron of Scotland with cultural pride.
- Christmas Day—25 December (Fri.)—Religious and family celebration.
- Boxing Day (substitute)—28 December (Mon.): Day for relaxation and tradition after Christmas.
Northern Ireland—Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Weekday | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2025 | Thursday | New Year’s Day |
| Mar 17, 2025 | Tuesday | St Patrick’s Day |
| Apr 3, 2025 | Friday | Good Friday |
| April 6, 2025 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| May 4, 2025 | Monday | Early May bank holiday |
| May 25, 2025 | Monday | Spring bank holiday |
| Jul 13, 2025 | Monday | Battle of the Boyne (substitute) |
| Aug 31, 2025 | Monday | Summer bank holiday |
| Dec 25, 2025 | Friday | Christmas Day |
| Dec 28, 2025 | Monday | Boxing Day (substitute) |
- New Year’s Day—1 January (Thu)— new year ceremony begins.
- St. Patrick’s Day—March 17 (Tue.)—Honor the patron saint of Ireland with parades and traditions.
- Good Friday—April 3 (Fri.)—Religious holiday remembering Christ’s death.
- Easter Monday—6 April (Mon.)—part of Easter Utsav.
- May starting May 4—May 4 (Mon.)—Spring Public Holiday.
- Spring Bank Holiday—25 May (Mon.)—Public holiday in late May.
- Boy Battle—July 13 (Mon.)—Protestant celebration of 1690 victory; substantial day.
- Summer Bank Holiday—31 August (Mon.) Marks the summer off.
- Christmas Day—25 December (Fri.)—Celebrated all over Britain.
- Boxing Day (substitute)—28 December (Mon.)—Celebrated on Saturday after Boxing Day (26 December).