Public Holidays in British Virgin Islands (2026)
15 public holidays and 2 observances in 2026.
Overview
- Country
- British Virgin Islands
- Year
- 2026
- Public Holidays
- 15
- Observances
- 2
- Next Holiday
- Whit Monday (Mon, May 25)
All Holidays (2026)
Public holidays are official days off when most businesses and government offices are closed. Observances are widely recognized occasions, but businesses typically remain open.
| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, Jan 1 | New Year's Day | Public |
| Mon, Mar 2 | The Anniversary of the Birth of Hamilton Lavity Stoutt | Public |
| Mon, Mar 9 | Commonwealth Day | Public |
| Fri, Apr 3 | Good Friday | Public |
| Sun, Apr 5 | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| Mon, Apr 6 | Easter Monday | Public |
| Sun, May 24 | Pentecost | Observance |
| Mon, May 25 | Whit Monday | Public |
| Fri, Jun 12 | Sovereign’s Birthday | Public |
| Mon, Jun 29 | Virgin Islands Day | Public |
| Mon, Aug 3 | Emancipation Monday | Public |
| Tue, Aug 4 | Emancipation Tuesday | Public |
| Wed, Aug 5 | Emancipation Wednesday | Public |
| Mon, Oct 19 | St. Ursula’s Day | Public |
| Fri, Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public |
| Sat, Dec 26 | Boxing Day | Public |
| Mon, Dec 28 | Boxing Day (substitute day) | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many public holidays does British Virgin Islands have in 2026?
- British Virgin Islands has 15 public holidays in 2026.
- What is the next public holiday in British Virgin Islands?
- The next public holiday is Whit Monday on Mon, May 25.
- What is the difference between a public holiday and an observance in British Virgin Islands?
- A public holiday is an official day off when most businesses are closed. An observance is a widely recognized occasion, but businesses typically remain open.