United Kingdom Holidays
Major public holidays celebrated in United Kingdom in 2026.
United Kingdom has 8 major public holidays listed below. Of these, 3 fall on the same calendar date every year, 3 follow a weekday rule (such as "the first Monday of September"), 2 change date each year (set by Easter, a lunisolar calendar or the equinox).
New Year's Day
January 1First day of the new year
Good Friday
April 3, 2026Christian holiday marking the crucifixion of Jesus
Easter Monday
April 6, 2026Day after Easter Sunday
Early May Bank Holiday
1st Monday of MayMay Day bank holiday
Spring Bank Holiday
Last Monday in MayLate spring bank holiday
Summer Bank Holiday
Last Monday in AugustLate summer bank holiday
Christmas Day
December 25Celebration of Christmas
Boxing Day
December 26Traditional gift-giving and shopping day
About these dates
This list covers nationwide public holidays. Regional, state or provincial holidays are not included, and governments sometimes announce extra days off or move a holiday when it falls on a weekend. Dates marked "approx." follow the Islamic lunar calendar and are confirmed by moon sighting, so they can shift by a day. Always check with official government sources before making travel or business plans.