How many days until Emancipation Day in Barbados?
Emancipation Day is a nationwide public holiday in Barbados. In 2027 it falls on a Sunday.
Emancipation Day dates in Barbados
| Date | Applies |
|---|---|
| Saturday, 1 August 2026 | Nationwide |
| Sunday, 1 August 2027 | Nationwide |
Other countries with Emancipation Day
A nationwide public holiday with this name also appears in the calendars of: Bahamas, Belize, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Dominica, French Guiana, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, Montserrat, Puerto Rico, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Sint Maarten, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, United States Virgin Islands.
Frequently asked questions
When is Emancipation Day in Barbados?
Emancipation Day falls on Saturday, 1 August 2026 and Sunday, 1 August 2027.
Is Emancipation Day a nationwide public holiday in Barbados?
Yes, Emancipation Day is a public holiday across the whole country.
Does Emancipation Day fall on a weekend?
In 2026 it falls on a Saturday and 2027 it falls on a Sunday. Whether a day in lieu is given depends on local rules.
Which public holiday in Barbados comes after Emancipation Day?
The next one is Kadooment Day on Monday, 2 August 2027.
How many days until Emancipation Day?
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More Barbados holidays
- New Year's Day
- Errol Barrow Day
- Good Friday
- Easter Monday
- National Heroes' Day
- Labour Day
- Whit Monday
- Kadooment Day
- Independence Day
- Christmas Day
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