Bank Holidays in Scotland 2027
There are 9 bank holidays in Scotland 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 |
| 4 January 2027 | Monday | 2nd January (substitute) |
| 26 March 2027 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 3 May 2027 | Monday | Early May bank holiday |
| 31 May 2027 | Monday | Spring bank holiday |
| 2 August 2027 | Monday | Summer bank holiday |
| 30 November 2027 | Tuesday | St Andrew’s Day |
| 27 December 2027 | Monday | Christmas Day (substitute) |
| 28 December 2027 | Tuesday | Boxing Day (substitute) |
How Scotland differs from England & Wales
- 2nd January — observed in Scotland but not in England and Wales.
- St Andrew’s Day — observed in Scotland but not in England and Wales.
Per-holiday detail
Frequently asked questions
How many bank holidays does Scotland have in 2027? +
Scotland has 9 bank holidays in 2027.
What bank holidays are unique to Scotland? +
In 2027, Scotland observes 2nd January, St Andrew’s Day — these are not bank holidays in England and Wales.
Is the first Monday of May a bank holiday in Scotland? +
Yes — the Early May bank holiday is observed across the UK, including in Scotland.