Quick summary: 9 public holiday records in the dataset for Northern Ireland, spanning about 9 calendar days that fall in 2026.
Holiday list (Northern Ireland)
| Date | Name |
|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2026 | New Year's Day |
| Apr 3, 2026 | Good Friday |
| Apr 6, 2026 | Easter Monday |
| May 4, 2026 | Early May Bank Holiday |
| May 25, 2026 | Spring Bank Holiday |
| Aug 31, 2026 | Summer Bank Holiday |
| Dec 25, 2026 | Christmas Day |
| Dec 26, 2026 | Boxing Day |
| Dec 28, 2026 | Substitute Bank Holiday for Boxing Day |
Key insights
Total holidays
From 9 holiday records for Northern Ireland, 2026.
Busiest holiday month
3 holiday days.
Longest holiday streak
2026-12-25 - 2026-12-26.
Coverage
Includes national and regional public holidays for this subdivision.
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Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays are in Northern Ireland in 2026?
Northern Ireland has about 9 distinct public holiday days in 2026 in the HolidayDB dataset (from 9 records).
Which month has the most public holidays?
December has the most holiday days, with 3.
Are regional holidays included?
Yes. This page includes national and regional public holidays for Northern Ireland.
How does Northern Ireland compare to the national list?
National lists for United Kingdom can differ from Northern Ireland when regional public holidays apply only in this subdivision.
Can I get the same data via API?
Yes. Use the Holidays API to fetch calendars programmatically (and the calculators for interactive exploration).
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Public holidays in the United Kingdom - quick context
UK bank holidays are not identical across England & Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. This page uses HolidayDB’s GB calendar - pick the right nation in tools like the business days calculator when supported.