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When is Summer Bank Holiday 2026?
Summer Bank Holiday falls on different dates around the world in 2026. The first is Monday, August 3, 2026 and the last is Monday, August 31, 2026, across 4 countries.
The summer bank holiday is on the first Monday of August in Scotland and the last Monday of August in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
See August 3 on the world mapSummer Bank Holiday 2026 by country
| Country | Date |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | August 3Monday |
| 🇬🇮 Gibraltar | August 31Monday |
| 🇬🇬 Guernsey | August 31Monday |
| 🇯🇪 Jersey | August 31Monday |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | August 31Monday |
Questions about Summer Bank Holiday
- When is Summer Bank Holiday in 2026?
- It depends on the country. In 2026 it falls on August 3 and August 31. The table above shows the date for each country.
- Which countries celebrate Summer Bank Holiday?
- Summer Bank Holiday is marked in 4 countries: Gibraltar, Guernsey, Jersey and United Kingdom.
- Is Summer Bank Holiday a public holiday?
- Yes, it's a public holiday in Gibraltar, Guernsey, Jersey and United Kingdom. Elsewhere it may be an observance or a regional holiday, so check the table for each country.
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- National Day February 4
- Constitution Day January 7
- Victory Day January 2
- Emancipation Day March 22
- Republic Day January 1
- Martyrs' Day January 4
- Carnival February 16
- Flag Day February 24
- Army Day January 6
- Carnival Monday February 16