Public holidays in the United Kingdom 2026
The United Kingdom has 7 public holidays and days off in 2026. The next one is Christmas Day on Friday, 25 December, in 55 days.
Time in the United Kingdom now · 2026 calendar with holidays
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Public holidays in 2026
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Thursday | New Year's Day |
| Friday | Good Friday |
| Monday | May Day |
| Monday | Spring Bank Holiday |
| Friday | Christmas Day Next |
| Saturday | Boxing Day |
| Monday | Boxing Day (observed) |
Public holidays in 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Friday | New Year's Day |
| Friday | Good Friday |
| Monday | May Day |
| Monday | Spring Bank Holiday |
| Saturday | Christmas Day |
| Sunday | Boxing Day |
| Monday | Christmas Day (observed) |
| Tuesday | Boxing Day (observed) |
Holidays observed only in some states or regions are not listed.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays are there in the United Kingdom in 2026?
7 days. The first is New Year's Day on 1 January, the last is Boxing Day (observed) on 28 December.
When is the next public holiday in the United Kingdom?
Christmas Day: Friday, 25 December, in 55 days.
Is today a public holiday in the United Kingdom?
No. The next public holiday is Christmas Day on Friday, 25 December, in 55 days.