U.S. Virgin Islands

U.S. Virgin Islands : Public Holidays and Bank Holidays 2025 2026 2027

Public Holidays in the United States Virgin Islands (VI)

The United States Virgin Islands (USVI) observe a rich variety of public holidays that reflect both their American ties and local cultural traditions. These holidays include federal U.S. observances as well as days unique to the islands, highlighting the region’s history, heritage, and community celebrations. Many holidays involve family gatherings, parades, commemorative events, and religious observances.

• New Year's Day
  Celebrated on January 1st, this marks the beginning of the new year with festivities, fireworks, and family gatherings. It is a nationwide public holiday.

• Three Kings Day
  Observed on January 6th, this day celebrates the visit of the Three Wise Men to infant Jesus. It is traditionally marked by parades and gift-giving.

• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  Celebrated on the third Monday of January, honoring the civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. It includes marches, community service, and educational events.

• Presidents' Day
  Observed on the third Monday of February, this day honors all U.S. presidents, especially George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, with various public ceremonies.

• Transfer Day
  Celebrated on March 31st, this holiday commemorates the transfer of the Virgin Islands from Danish to American control in 1917, marked by cultural events and remembrance.

• Holy Thursday
  Observed during Holy Week before Easter Sunday, it commemorates the Last Supper of Jesus Christ, often involving religious services in local churches.

• Good Friday
  A solemn Christian holiday marking the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, observed with church services and reflection. It falls two days before Easter Sunday.

• Easter Monday
  The day after Easter Sunday, often a public holiday with community events and family outings.

• Memorial Day
  Observed on the last Monday of May, honoring fallen military personnel with parades and ceremonies.

• Juneteenth National Independence Day
  Celebrated on June 19th, this day marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, with community events, cultural celebrations, and reflections on freedom.

• Emancipation Day
  Marks the abolition of slavery in the USVI and is commemorated with historical events, speeches, and cultural festivities.

• Independence Day
  Celebrated on July 4th, marking America's independence with fireworks, parades, and patriotic displays.

• Labor Day
  Observed on the first Monday in September, celebrating workers and their contributions with picnics and public events.

• Columbus Day and Puerto Rico Friendship Day
  Celebrated on the second Monday of October to honor Christopher Columbus' landing and to celebrate friendship with Puerto Rico. Includes cultural events and educational activities.

• Liberty Day
  A local holiday celebrating freedom and local heritage with community gatherings and historical commemorations.

• Veterans Day
  Observed on November 11th, honoring military veterans with ceremonies and parades.

• Thanksgiving
  Celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November, a time for families to gather and give thanks with a traditional feast.

• Christmas Day
  December 25th marks the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, widely observed with church services, family meals, and gift exchanges.

• Christmas Second Day
  December 26th is often a continuation of Christmas celebrations, sometimes observed as a public holiday for relaxation and visiting.

• New Year's Day (observed)
  If January 1st falls on a weekend, the holiday may be observed on the nearest weekday to allow for official observance.

Site officiel de référence

• United States Virgin Islands Official Government Site