How many days until Independence Day in Jamaica?
Independence Day is a nationwide public holiday in Jamaica. In 2027 it falls on a Friday.
Independence Day dates in Jamaica
| Date | Applies |
|---|---|
| Thursday, 6 August 2026 | Nationwide |
| Friday, 6 August 2027 | Nationwide |
Other countries with Independence Day
A nationwide public holiday with this name also appears in the calendars of: Albania, Algeria, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belarus, Belize, Benin, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Costa Rica, Cuba, DR Congo, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Estonia, Eswatini, Finland, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Greece, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea and 62 more.
Frequently asked questions
When is Independence Day in Jamaica?
Independence Day falls on Thursday, 6 August 2026 and Friday, 6 August 2027.
Is Independence Day a nationwide public holiday in Jamaica?
Yes, Independence Day is a public holiday across the whole country.
Does Independence Day fall on a weekend?
Not in the years listed: Independence Day falls on a weekday in 2026, 2027.
Which public holiday in Jamaica comes after Independence Day?
The next one is National Heroes Day on Saturday, 16 October 2027.
How many days until Independence Day?
The live countdown at the top of this page shows the days and weeks left. It is calculated from your device's date.
More Jamaica holidays
- New Year's Day
- Ash Wednesday
- Good Friday
- Easter Monday
- Labour Day
- Emancipation Day
- National Heroes Day
- Christmas Day
- St. Stephen's Day
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