Bank Holidays in Northern Ireland 2026
There are 10 bank holidays in Northern Ireland in 2026, starting with New Year’s Day on 1 January 2026 (Thursday) and ending with Boxing Day on 28 December 2026.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2026 | Thursday | New Year’s Day |
| 17 March 2026 | Tuesday | St Patrick’s Day |
| 3 April 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 6 April 2026 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| 4 May 2026 | Monday | Early May bank holiday |
| 25 May 2026 | Monday | Spring bank holiday |
| 13 July 2026 | Monday | Battle of the Boyne (Orangemen’s Day) (substitute) |
| 31 August 2026 | Monday | Summer bank holiday |
| 25 December 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day |
| 28 December 2026 | Monday | Boxing Day (substitute) |
How Northern Ireland differs from England & Wales
- St Patrick’s Day — observed in Northern Ireland but not in England and Wales.
- Battle of the Boyne (Orangemen’s Day) — observed in Northern Ireland but not in England and Wales.
Per-holiday detail
Frequently asked questions
How many bank holidays does Northern Ireland have in 2026? +
Northern Ireland has 10 bank holidays in 2026.
What bank holidays are unique to Northern Ireland? +
In 2026, Northern Ireland observes St Patrick’s Day, Battle of the Boyne (Orangemen’s Day) — these are not bank holidays in England and Wales.
Is the first Monday of May a bank holiday in Northern Ireland? +
Yes — the Early May bank holiday is observed across the UK, including in Northern Ireland.