How many public holidays does Barbados have in 2026?

Barbados has 25 public holidays in 2026, with a total of 25 holidays, festivals, and observances throughout the year.

What are the main public holidays in Barbados?

The main events in Barbados include New Year's Day, Christmas Day, Boxing Day / St. Stephen's Day, Good Friday, Independence Day.

The next upcoming holiday in Barbados is Emancipation Day on Saturday, August 1, 2026.

Yes, this page provides the complete Barbados 2026 national calendar with 25 holidays, festivals, and observances.

Collective leave dates in Barbados for 2026 are set by the government. See the public holidays table above for the complete list.

25 holidays, festivals & observances

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New Year's Day

Thursday, Thu, Jan 1

Public Holiday

Christmas Day

Friday, Fri, Dec 25

Public Holiday

Boxing Day / St. Stephen's Day

Saturday, Sat, Dec 26

Public Holiday

Good Friday

Friday, Fri, Apr 3

Public Holiday

Independence Day

Monday, Mon, Nov 30

Public Holiday

Barbados has 25 holidays, festivals, and observances in 2026. Browse the complete calendar below.

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How many public holidays does Barbados have in 2026?: Barbados has 25 public holidays in 2026, with a total of 25 holidays, festivals, and observances throughout the year.
What are the main public holidays in Barbados?: The main events in Barbados include New Year's Day, Christmas Day, Boxing Day / St. Stephen's Day, Good Friday, Independence Day.
When is the next holiday in Barbados?: The next upcoming holiday in Barbados is Emancipation Day on Saturday, August 1, 2026.
Is there a complete national calendar for Barbados 2026?: Yes, this page provides the complete Barbados 2026 national calendar with 25 holidays, festivals, and observances.
When are the collective leave days in Barbados for 2026?: Collective leave dates in Barbados for 2026 are set by the government. See the public holidays table above for the complete list.