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Gibraltar Public Holidays 2026

Q: What is the next public holiday in Gibraltar?

The next public holiday in Gibraltar is Spring Bank Holiday on May 25, 2026.

Q: Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Gibraltar?

Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Gibraltar in 2026.

Official national and public holidays for Gibraltar in 2026.

Gibraltar is one of the world's most extraordinary geographical and political anomalies — a tiny British Overseas Territory of just 6.7 square kilometres jutting from the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula into the strait where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mediterranean Sea. The Rock of Gibraltar, that massive limestone monolith that has dominated Mediterranean charts and imaginations for millennia,…

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2026

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Spring Bank Holiday

Monday, May 25, 2026

In 5 days

Date	Local Name	English Name	Type
Jan 1, 2026 Thursday	New Year's Day	New Year's Day	Public
Mar 9, 2026 Monday	Commonwealth Day	Commonwealth Day	Public
Apr 3, 2026 Friday	Good Friday	Good Friday	Public
Apr 6, 2026 Monday	Easter Monday	Easter Monday	Public
Apr 28, 2026 Tuesday	Workers' Memorial Day	Workers' Memorial Day	Public
May 1, 2026 Friday	May Day Bank Holiday	May Day Bank Holiday	Public
May 25, 2026 Monday	Spring Bank Holiday	Spring Bank Holiday	Public
Jun 8, 2026 Monday	Queen's Birthday	Queen's Birthday	Public
Aug 31, 2026 Monday	Summer Bank Holiday	Summer Bank Holiday	Public
Sep 10, 2026 Thursday	Gibraltar National Day	Gibraltar National Day	Public
Dec 25, 2026 Friday	Christmas Day	Christmas Day	Public
Dec 26, 2026 Saturday	St. Stephen's Day	Boxing Day	Public

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Gibraltar have in 2026?

Gibraltar has 12 public holidays in 2026.

What is the next public holiday in Gibraltar?

The next public holiday in Gibraltar is Spring Bank Holiday on May 25, 2026.

Are banks closed on public holidays in Gibraltar?

Yes, banks and government offices are typically closed on national public holidays in Gibraltar. ATMs remain accessible.

Do shops open on public holidays in Gibraltar?

This varies. In major cities, shops may remain open on some holidays, while smaller towns and rural areas often close on national public holidays in Gibraltar.

Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Gibraltar?

Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Gibraltar in 2026.

Are public holidays paid days off in Gibraltar?

In Gibraltar, national public holidays are generally considered paid days off for employees. Specific rules may vary by employment contract and sector.

Are there long weekends in Gibraltar in 2026?

Long weekends occur when a public holiday falls on a Friday or Monday. Check the holiday calendar above to identify these dates in Gibraltar for 2026.

Do public holidays in Gibraltar affect travel and transport?

Yes. On major public holidays in Gibraltar, public transport may run on reduced schedules and many businesses may be closed or operate reduced hours.