Barbados Holidays, Observances & Calendar 2026

Find the complete list of public holidays, observances, and the full monthly Calendar for Barbados in 2026. Discover official national holidays, important cultural dates, and plan your year with this country-specific holiday guide.

Total Holidays 24
Public Holidays 12
Observances 12
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Calendar 2026
Holidays 2026
January 2026
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February 2026
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March 2026
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April 2026
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May 2026
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June 2026
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31
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July 2026
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August 2026
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33
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September 2026
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36
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October 2026
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November 2026
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45
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48
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December 2026
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49
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Holidays & Observances in Barbados in 2026

New Year's Day
Public Holiday
Thursday, January 1, 2026
132 days ago
Errol Barrow Day
Public Holiday
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
112 days ago
Valentine's Day
Observance
Saturday, February 14, 2026
88 days ago
March Equinox
Season
Friday, March 20, 2026
54 days ago
Good Friday
Public Holiday
Friday, April 3, 2026
40 days ago
Easter Sunday
Observance
Sunday, April 5, 2026
38 days ago
Easter Monday
Public Holiday
Monday, April 6, 2026
37 days ago
National Heroes Day
Public Holiday
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
15 days ago
Labor Day / May Day
Public Holiday
Friday, May 1, 2026
12 days ago
Mothers' Day
Observance
Sunday, May 10, 2026
3 days ago
Whit Sunday
Observance
Sunday, May 24, 2026
11 days left
Whit Monday
Public Holiday
Monday, May 25, 2026
12 days left
Fathers' Day
Observance
Sunday, June 21, 2026
39 days left
June Solstice
Season
Sunday, June 21, 2026
39 days left
Emancipation Day
Public Holiday
Saturday, August 1, 2026
80 days left
Kadooment Day
Public Holiday
Monday, August 3, 2026
82 days left
September Equinox
Season
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
132 days left
Halloween
Observance
Saturday, October 31, 2026
171 days left
Independence Day
Public Holiday
Monday, November 30, 2026
201 days left
December Solstice
Season
Monday, December 21, 2026
222 days left
Christmas Eve
Observance
Thursday, December 24, 2026
225 days left
Christmas Day
Public Holiday
Friday, December 25, 2026
226 days left
Boxing Day
Public Holiday
Saturday, December 26, 2026
227 days left
Old Year's Night
Observance
Thursday, December 31, 2026
232 days left

Barbados Holidays 2026 - FAQs

1. How many public holidays are there in Barbados in 2026?
➥ Barbados has several official public holidays in 2026, including national holidays and other important observances listed on this page. The exact number may vary depending on regional and optional holidays.
2. What are the national holidays in Barbados in 2026?
➥ National holidays in Barbados include officially recognized days observed across the country, such as New Year’s Day, Independence Day, and Christmas. A full list is available in the holiday table above.
3. Are Carnival days public holidays in Barbados?
➥ Carnival days in Barbados are widely celebrated, but their status as official public holidays can vary by region and employer. This calendar highlights nationally recognized holidays and major observances for 2026.
4. Do holidays in Barbados change every year?
➥ Some holidays in Barbados fall on fixed dates each year, while others are movable and depend on religious or cultural calendars. This page reflects the dates specific to 2026.
5. Is this holiday calendar updated from official sources?
➥ The holiday information on this page is compiled from official government publications and widely accepted public records to ensure accuracy for planning and reference purposes.

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