Bank Holidays 2026: Scotland
Scotland has 9 official bank holidays in 2026. Note that some dates, like the Summer Bank Holiday, differ from England and Wales.
| Date | Bank Holiday |
|---|---|
| Thursday, 1 January 2026 | New Year's Day |
| Friday, 2 January 2026 | 2nd January |
| Friday, 3 April 2026 | Good Friday |
| Monday, 4 May 2026 | Early May bank holiday |
| Monday, 25 May 2026 | Spring bank holiday |
| Monday, 3 August 2026 | Summer bank holiday |
| Monday, 30 November 2026 | St Andrew's Day (substitute day) |
| Friday, 25 December 2026 | Christmas Day |
| Monday, 28 December 2026 | Boxing Day (substitute day) |
Scotland Leave Hacks
Scottish bank holidays offer unique ways to save your annual leave, especially in early January.
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