Public holidays in Jamaica, 2027
10 public holidays, 8 of them on a weekday - days when the verdict for Jamaica drops from PING to MAYBE. Next up: New Year's Day on Friday 1 January.
2027 dates
| Date | Holiday | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January | New Year's Day | Friday |
| 10 February | Ash Wednesday | Wednesday |
| 26 March | Good Friday | Friday |
| 29 March | Easter Monday | Monday |
| 24 May | Labour Day | Monday |
| 2 August | Emancipation Day | Monday |
| 6 August | Independence Day | Friday |
| 18 October | National Heroes Day | Monday |
| 25 December | Christmas Day | Saturday |
| 26 December | Boxing Day | Sunday |
Questions
How many public holidays does Jamaica have in 2027?
10 nationwide public holidays, 8 falling on a weekday. Regional holidays are not included.
What is the next public holiday in Jamaica?
New Year's Day, on Friday 1 January 2027.
Should I message colleagues on a public holiday?
Asleep marks public holidays as MAYBE: people may be reachable, but don’t expect a reply. Schedule-send for the next working day if it can wait.