Jersey

Public Holidays and Bank Holidays 2025 2026 2027

Jersey : Public Holidays and Bank Holidays 2025 2026 2027

YearDateHoliday
2025Wednesday 1 JanuaryNew Year's Day
2025Friday 18 AprilGood Friday
2025Monday 21 AprilEaster Monday
2025Monday 5 MayEarly May Bank Holiday
2025Friday 9 MayLiberation Day
2025Monday 26 MaySpring Bank Holiday
2025Monday 25 AugustSummer Bank Holiday
2025Thursday 25 DecemberChristmas Day
2025Friday 26 DecemberBoxing Day
2026Thursday 1 JanuaryNew Year's Day
2026Friday 3 AprilGood Friday
2026Monday 6 AprilEaster Monday
2026Monday 4 MayEarly May Bank Holiday
2026Saturday 9 MayLiberation Day
2026Monday 25 MaySpring Bank Holiday
2026Monday 31 AugustSummer Bank Holiday
2026Friday 25 DecemberChristmas Day
2026Saturday 26 DecemberBoxing Day
2026Monday 28 DecemberBoxing Day (substitute day)
2027Friday 1 JanuaryNew Year's Day
2027Friday 26 MarchGood Friday
2027Monday 29 MarchEaster Monday
2027Monday 3 MayEarly May Bank Holiday
2027Monday 31 MaySpring Bank Holiday
2027Monday 30 AugustSummer Bank Holiday
2027Saturday 25 DecemberChristmas Day
2027Sunday 26 DecemberBoxing Day
2027Monday 27 DecemberChristmas Day (substitute day)
2027Tuesday 28 DecemberBoxing Day (substitute day)

Jersey

Public Holidays in Jersey

Jersey, a self-governing Crown dependency located in the English Channel, observes several public holidays that reflect its cultural heritage and historical events. These holidays are occasions for community gatherings, family celebrations, and remembrance, often involving traditional ceremonies and public events.

  • New Year's Day

    • Marks the beginning of the calendar year.
    • Celebrated on January 1st with festivities and reflections on the year ahead.
    • Public offices and most businesses are closed.

  • Good Friday

    • Commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
    • Observed on the Friday before Easter Sunday.
    • Many attend church services; it is a solemn day with many shops closed.

  • Easter Monday

    • Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
    • Falls on the Monday after Easter Sunday.
    • A public holiday with various family activities and events.

  • Early May Bank Holiday

    • Also known as May Day.
    • Celebrated on the first Monday of May.
    • Marks the start of spring with various outdoor activities and events.

  • Liberation Day

    • Celebrated on May 9th in Jersey.
    • Commemorates the liberation of Jersey from German occupation during World War II in 1945.
    • Features commemorative ceremonies, parades, and community events.

  • Spring Bank Holiday

    • Observed on the last Monday of May.
    • Marks the beginning of summer with picnics and outdoor festivities.

  • Summer Bank Holiday

    • Celebrated on the last Monday of August.
    • A time for relaxation and family gatherings before the new school term.

  • Christmas Day

    • Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.
    • Observed on December 25th with family meals, gift exchanges, and church services.

  • Boxing Day

    • Celebrated on December 26th.
    • Traditionally a day for giving gifts to service workers and those in need.
    • Often involves sports events and shopping sales.

  • Boxing Day (substitute day)

    • When Boxing Day falls on a weekend, the substitute day is observed on the following weekday.
    • Ensures the public holiday benefit is retained when it coincides with a weekend.

  • Christmas Day (substitute day)

    • When Christmas Day falls on a weekend, the substitute day is observed on the following weekday.
    • Guarantees a public holiday day off for Christmas.

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