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2026 Belize Holidays

Explore the official 2026 holiday calendar for Belize, including public holidays, observances, and important national events.

Total Holidays

15

Holidays in 2026

Busiest Month

April

4 holidays

This Month

0

Holidays this month

Next Holiday

Emancipation Day

36 days away

About Belize holidays in 2026

Belize observes a variety of national holidays in 2026, celebrating cultural heritage, historical figures, and religious observances. The year begins with New Year's Day and George Price Day, followed by National Heroes and Benefactors Day in March. The Easter period in April brings a cluster of holidays, including Good Friday, Holy Saturday, Easter Sunday, and Easter Monday. The latter half of the year features Emancipation Day, Saint George's Caye Day, Independence Day, Pan America Day, and Garifuna Settlement Day, culminating in Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

Holiday Distribution by Month

Holiday dates

DateDayHoliday Name
January 1, 2026ThursdayNew Year's Day
January 15, 2026ThursdayGeorge Price Day
March 9, 2026MondayNational Heroes and Benefactors Day
April 3, 2026FridayGood Friday
April 4, 2026SaturdayHoly Saturday
April 5, 2026SundayEaster Sunday
April 6, 2026MondayEaster Monday
May 1, 2026FridayLabour Day
August 1, 2026SaturdayEmancipation Day
September 10, 2026ThursdaySaint George's Caye Day
September 21, 2026MondayIndependence Day
October 12, 2026MondayPan America Day
November 19, 2026ThursdayGarifuna Settlement Day
December 25, 2026FridayChristmas Day
December 26, 2026SaturdayBoxing Day

Planning around Belize holidays in 2026

  • Several holidays fall close together, particularly in April.
  • Observe that some holidays may have regional variations in observance.
  • Check the selected year for any potential shifts in holiday dates.
  • Note that some holidays are religious in nature.

Holiday patterns in 2026

Belize's holiday calendar shows a significant concentration in April, driven by the Easter observances. This period accounts for a notable portion of the year's holidays within a single week.

The year begins and ends with multiple holidays, with January and December each featuring two observances. The middle months of the year are generally more dispersed, with holidays spread out, though September and November also see multiple observances.

While most holidays are nationally recognized, the timing and specific commemorations reflect Belize's diverse cultural and historical influences throughout the year.

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