Emancipation Day
Details
- Country
Grenada- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- August 2026
Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Commemorates the abolition of slavery and the freeing of enslaved people, observed with remembrance, reflection, and cultural celebration.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Emancipation Day a public holiday in Grenada?
- Yes, Emancipation Day is an official public holiday in Grenada. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Emancipation Day 2026?
- Emancipation Day 2026 falls on August 3, 2026.