Bank Holidays 2026: Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland has 10 official bank holidays in 2026, the most of any UK region. This includes St Patrick's Day and the Battle of the Boyne.
| Date | Bank Holiday |
|---|---|
| Thursday, 1 January 2026 | New Year's Day |
| Tuesday, 17 March 2026 | St Patrick's Day |
| Friday, 3 April 2026 | Good Friday |
| Monday, 6 April 2026 | Easter Monday |
| Monday, 4 May 2026 | Early May bank holiday |
| Monday, 25 May 2026 | Spring bank holiday |
| Monday, 13 July 2026 | Battle of the Boyne (Orangemen's Day) (substitute day) |
| Monday, 31 August 2026 | Summer bank holiday |
| Friday, 25 December 2026 | Christmas Day |
| Monday, 28 December 2026 | Boxing Day (substitute day) |
Northern Ireland Hacks
With extra holidays in March and July, Northern Ireland workers have even more opportunities to maximize their leave.
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