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Public holidays in Jamaica 2026
The following is a complete list of public holidays in Jamaica. Public holidays when all residents have time off from work are often called red days. This list contains red days, but also public holidays that are only celebrated without time off from work and school.
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| Holiday name | Date | Holiday type | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year | January 1, 2026 | Public holiday | in 571 days |
| Ash Wednesday | February 18, 2026 | Public holiday | in 619 days |
| Good Friday | April 3, 2026 | Public holiday | in 663 days |
| Easter Sunday | April 5, 2026 | Observance day | in 665 days |
| Easter Monday | April 6, 2026 | Public holiday | in 666 days |
| Labour Day | May 25, 2026 | Public holiday | in 715 days |
| Juneteenth | August 1, 2026 | Public holiday | in 783 days |
| Independence Day | August 6, 2026 | Public holiday | in 788 days |
| National Heroes Day | October 19, 2026 | Public holiday | in 862 days |
| Christmas Day (substitute day) | December 25, 2026 | Public holiday | in 929 days |
| Christmas Day | December 25, 2026 | Public holiday | in 929 days |
| Boxing Day | December 26, 2026 | Public holiday | in 930 days |