Jamaica Public Holidays 2026
10 public holidays and 253 business days in 2026.
| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, Jan 1 | New Year's Day | Day off |
| Wed, Feb 18 | Ash Wednesday | Day off |
| Fri, Apr 3 | Good Friday | Day off |
| Sun, Apr 5 | Easter Sunday | observance |
| Mon, Apr 6 | Easter Monday | Day off |
| Mon, May 25 | Labour Day | Day off |
| Sat, Aug 1 | Emancipation Day | Day off |
| Thu, Aug 6 | Independence Day | Day off |
| Mon, Oct 19 | National Heroes Day | Day off |
| Fri, Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Day off |
| Sat, Dec 26 | Boxing Day | Day off |
Business days per month in 2026
| Month | Business days | Holidays | Calendar days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21 | 1 | 31 |
| February | 19 | 1 | 28 |
| March | 22 | 0 | 31 |
| April | 20 | 2 | 30 |
| May | 20 | 1 | 31 |
| June | 22 | 0 | 30 |
| July | 23 | 0 | 31 |
| August | 20 | 1 | 31 |
| September | 22 | 0 | 30 |
| October | 21 | 1 | 31 |
| November | 21 | 0 | 30 |
| December | 22 | 1 | 31 |
| Total | 253 | 8 | 365 |
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FAQ
How many business days are in 2026 in Jamaica?
There are 253 business days in 2026 in Jamaica, counting Monday to Friday and excluding 10 public holidays.
How many public holidays does Jamaica have in 2026?
Jamaica has 10 public holidays (days off) in 2026, starting with New Year's Day on Thursday, January 1, 2026.