Holidays in Jamaica in 2026
This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Jamaica in 2026. Public holidays are special days that everyone gets off work, while observances are traditional celebrations and events that are popular in a particular country without a day-off work status. Some dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check this page in advance before visiting Jamaica.
| Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jamaica January 1 2026, Thursday |
National |
| Valentine's Day | Jamaica February 14 2026, Saturday |
Observance |
| Ash Wednesday | Jamaica February 18 2026, Wednesday |
National |
| March Equinox | Jamaica March 20 2026, Friday |
Seasonal |
| Good Friday | Jamaica April 3 2026, Friday |
National |
| Easter Sunday | Jamaica April 5 2026, Sunday |
Observance |
| Easter Monday | Jamaica April 6 2026, Monday |
National |
| Mother's Day | Jamaica May 10 2026, Sunday |
Observance |
| Labor Day / May Day | Jamaica May 23 2026, Saturday |
National |
| Labor Day / May Day | Jamaica May 25 2026, Monday |
National |
| Father's Day | Jamaica June 21 2026, Sunday |
Observance |
| June Solstice | Jamaica June 21 2026, Sunday |
Seasonal |
| Emancipation Day | Jamaica August 1 2026, Saturday |
National |
| Independence Day | Jamaica August 6 2026, Thursday |
National |
| September Equinox | Jamaica September 22 2026, Tuesday |
Seasonal |
| National Heroes' Day | Jamaica October 19 2026, Monday |
National |
| December Solstice | Jamaica December 21 2026, Monday |
Seasonal |
| Christmas Eve | Jamaica December 24 2026, Thursday |
Observance |
| Christmas Day | Jamaica December 25 2026, Friday |
National |
| Boxing Day | Jamaica December 26 2026, Saturday |
National |
| New Year's Eve | Jamaica December 31 2026, Thursday |
Observance |
Next Years Holidays in Jamaica