Barbados Public Holidays
Barbados observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Overview
Barbados observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Some holidays are observed nationwide, while others may apply only to specific regions or communities.
Explore the holiday calendar for Barbados by year below.
2026 holidays
A quick look at upcoming holidays in Barbados.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| Jan 21 | Wednesday | Errol Barrow Day |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday |
| Apr 6 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| Apr 28 | Tuesday | National Heroes' Day |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day |
| May 25 | Monday | Whit Monday |
| Aug 1 | Saturday | Emancipation Day |
| Aug 3 | Monday | Kadooment Day |
| Nov 30 | Monday | Independence Day |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day |
| Dec 26 | Saturday | Boxing Day |
Holiday calendar by year
Years are listed in ascending order.