Jamaica public holidays 2025
National public holidays in Jamaica. Regional/subdivision holidays are not included.
2025 holidays
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2025 | Wednesday | New Year's Day |
| March 5, 2025 | Wednesday | Ash Wednesday |
| April 18, 2025 | Friday | Good Friday |
| April 21, 2025 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| May 23, 2025 | Friday | National Labour Day |
| August 1, 2025 | Friday | Emancipation Day |
| August 6, 2025 | Wednesday | Independence Day |
| October 20, 2025 | Monday | National Heroes Day |
| December 25, 2025 | Thursday | Christmas Day |
| December 26, 2025 | Friday | Boxing Day |
Weekend days: Saturday and Sunday. Coverage: 2010–2040. Source: python-holidays (MIT), national public holidays.
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FAQ
How many public holidays does Jamaica have in 2025?
10 weekday and weekend holiday dates are listed for 2025, in addition to weekends (Saturday and Sunday).
What days are weekends for Jamaica?
Weekend days are Saturday and Sunday.
When is the next Jamaica holiday?
National Heroes Day on Monday, October 19, 2026.
How do I check Jamaica business days in code?
Call GET https://bankday.jacklehoff4866.workers.dev/v1/business-day?calendar=jm&date=YYYY-MM-DD with a free Bankday API key. The response says whether the date is a business day and gives the next and previous business days.