2026 UK Holidays
Dynamically calculated 2026 UK holidays — 8 public/bank holidays plus observances (Boxing Day Saturday, December 26, 2026). Each date has a when-is page.
All 2026 UK dates (engine-calculated)
Every row is computed from rules — fixed dates, nth weekdays, Easter computus, and relative offsets. Click a holiday for its evergreen when-is page.
Also: US holidays · Canada holidays.
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| Holiday | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | federal | Thursday, January 1, 2026 |
| Good Friday | federal | Friday, April 3, 2026 |
| Easter Monday | federal | Monday, April 6, 2026 |
| St. George's Day | observance | Thursday, April 23, 2026 |
| Early May Bank Holiday | federal | Monday, May 4, 2026 |
| Spring Bank Holiday | federal | Monday, May 25, 2026 |
| Summer Bank Holiday | federal | Monday, August 31, 2026 |
| Guy Fawkes Night | observance | Thursday, November 5, 2026 |
| Remembrance Sunday | observance | Sunday, November 8, 2026 |
| Christmas Eve | observance | Thursday, December 24, 2026 |
| Christmas Day | federal | Friday, December 25, 2026 |
| Boxing Day | federal | Saturday, December 26, 2026 |
| New Year's Eve | observance | Thursday, December 31, 2026 |
FAQ
How are 2026 UK holiday dates calculated?
Every date on this page is computed by rules (fixed days, nth weekdays, Easter computus, and relative offsets). Nothing is hand-typed for a single year.
How many holidays are listed for 2026?
13 holidays for UK: 8 public/bank (or federal) plus observances.
When is Boxing Day 2026?
Boxing Day 2026 is Saturday, December 26, 2026.
Where can I print a 2026 calendar?
Use our dated monthly printables and mark UK holidays by hand, or open each when-is page for the exact date.