The UK government has confirmed the remaining bank holidays for 2026, with six still to come before the year ends. While bank holidays are typically observed across the UK, some dates vary by nation. The next bank holiday is on Monday, July 13, when Northern Ireland marks the Battle of the Boyne (substitute day).
Upcoming Bank Holidays in 2026
Following July 13, Scotland will observe its Summer bank holiday on Monday, August 3. The rest of the UK—England, Wales, and Northern Ireland—will have their Summer bank holiday on Monday, August 31. Scotland then enjoys St. Andrew's Day on Monday, November 30. The year ends with Christmas Day on Friday, December 25, and a substitute Boxing Day on Monday, December 28, as Boxing Day falls on a Saturday.
Full List of Remaining 2026 Bank Holidays
- Monday, July 13 – Battle of the Boyne (substitute day) – Northern Ireland only
- Monday, August 3 – Summer bank holiday – Scotland only
- Monday, August 31 – Summer bank holiday – England, Wales, and Northern Ireland only
- Monday, November 30 – St. Andrew's Day – Scotland only
- Friday, December 25 – Christmas Day – UK wide
- Monday, December 28 – Boxing Day (substitute day) – UK wide
Bank Holidays Already Scheduled for 2027
The government has also released the 2027 bank holiday schedule, which includes 16 dates across the UK. Notable dates include New Year's Day on January 1, St. Patrick's Day on March 17 (Northern Ireland only), Good Friday on March 26, and Easter Monday on March 29. The Summer bank holidays follow a similar pattern: Scotland on August 2 and the rest of the UK on August 30. The year concludes with substitute days for Christmas and Boxing Day on December 27 and 28, respectively.
