Bank Holidays in Scotland 2028
There are 9 bank holidays in Scotland in 2028, starting with New Year’s Day on 3 January 2028 (Monday) and ending with Boxing Day on 26 December 2028.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 3 January 2028 | Monday | New Year’s Day (substitute) |
| 4 January 2028 | Tuesday | 2nd January (substitute) |
| 14 April 2028 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 1 May 2028 | Monday | Early May bank holiday |
| 29 May 2028 | Monday | Spring bank holiday |
| 7 August 2028 | Monday | Summer bank holiday |
| 30 November 2028 | Thursday | St Andrew’s Day |
| 25 December 2028 | Monday | Christmas Day |
| 26 December 2028 | Tuesday | Boxing Day |
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 2028? +
Scotland has 9 bank holidays in 2028.
What bank holidays are unique to Scotland? +
In 2028, 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.