Bank Holidays in Northern Ireland 2027
There are 10 bank holidays in Northern Ireland in 2027, starting with New Year’s Day on 1 January 2027 (Friday) and ending with Boxing Day on 28 December 2027.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2027 | Friday | New Year’s Day |
| 17 March 2027 | Wednesday | St Patrick’s Day |
| 26 March 2027 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 29 March 2027 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| 3 May 2027 | Monday | Early May bank holiday |
| 31 May 2027 | Monday | Spring bank holiday |
| 12 July 2027 | Monday | Battle of the Boyne (Orangemen’s Day) |
| 30 August 2027 | Monday | Summer bank holiday |
| 27 December 2027 | Monday | Christmas Day (substitute) |
| 28 December 2027 | Tuesday | 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 2027? +
Northern Ireland has 10 bank holidays in 2027.
What bank holidays are unique to Northern Ireland? +
In 2027, 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.