Upcoming Public Holidays
- Mon, Apr 6Easter Monday
- Tue, Apr 28National Heroes' Day
- Fri, May 1Labour Day
- Sat, Aug 1Emancipation Day
- Mon, Aug 3Kadooment Day
- Mon, Nov 30Independence Day
🇧🇧 Barbados — 2026 Calendar
11 holidays, festivals & observances
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January
- New Year's DayThu, Jan 1
- Errol Barrow DayWed, Jan 21
April
- National Heroes' DayTue, Apr 28
- Easter MondayMon, Apr 6
- Good FridayFri, Apr 3
May
- Labour DayFri, May 1
August
- Kadooment DayMon, Aug 3
- Emancipation DaySat, Aug 1
November
- Independence DayMon, Nov 30
December
- Christmas DayFri, Dec 25
- Boxing Day / St. Stephen's DaySat, Dec 26

Barbados has 11 holidays, festivals, and observances in 2026. Browse the complete calendar below.
🇧🇧 Frequently Asked Questions — Barbados Holidays 2026
- How many public holidays does Barbados have in 2026?
- Barbados has 11 public holidays in 2026, with a total of 11 holidays, festivals, and observances throughout the year.
- What are the main public holidays in Barbados?
- The main public holidays in Barbados include New Year's Day, Labour Day, Errol Barrow Day, National Heroes' Day, Christmas Day.
- When is the next holiday in Barbados?
- The next upcoming holiday in Barbados is Easter Monday on Monday, April 6, 2026.
- Is there a complete national calendar for Barbados 2026?
- Yes, this page provides the complete Barbados 2026 national calendar with 11 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.
Holiday data for Barbados is sourced from official government gazettes and verified against multiple public sources.