New Year's Day
Jan 1 – 4
4days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Long weekends
Long Weekends in Guyana 2026
8Long weekends
5Bridge days
44Total days off
5Vacation days to take
Take 5 vacation days this year and enjoy 44 days off in total.
Republic Day
Feb 21 – 23
3days off
Sat21·
Sun22·
Mon23★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Phagwah
Feb 28 – Mar 3
4days off
Sat28·
Sun1·
Mon2↓ off
Tue3★
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Eid ul-Fitr
Mar 20 – 22
3days off
Fri20★
Sat21·
Sun22·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Good Friday
Apr 3 – 5
3days off
Fri3★
Sat4·
Sun5·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Easter Monday
Apr 4 – 6
3days off
Sat4·
Sun5·
Mon6★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Labour Day
May 1 – 3
3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Arrival Day
May 2 – 5
4days off
Sat2·
Sun3·
Mon4↓ off
Tue5★
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Independence Day
May 23 – 26
4days off
Sat23·
Sun24·
Mon25↓ off
Tue26★
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
CARICOM Day
Jul 4 – 6
3days off
Sat4·
Sun5·
Mon6★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Youman Nabi
Aug 22 – 25
4days off
Sat22·
Sun23·
Mon24↓ off
Tue25★
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Deepavali
Nov 7 – 9
3days off
Sat7·
Sun8·
Mon9★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Christmas Day
Dec 25 – 27
3days off
Fri25★
Sat26★
Sun27·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a long weekend in Guyana?
A long weekend in Guyana occurs when a public holiday falls on a Monday or Friday, giving you a 3-day weekend without using any vacation days.
What is a bridge day?
A bridge day is a working day between a public holiday and a weekend. Taking that one day off creates a stretch of 4 or more consecutive days off. For example, if a holiday falls on Thursday, taking Friday off gives you a 4-day weekend.
How many long weekend opportunities are there in Guyana in 2026?
In 2026, Guyana has 13 vacation extension opportunities — a combination of natural long weekends and bridge days.
When are the best long weekends to travel in Guyana in 2026?
The best long weekends for travel in Guyana depend on the season and your destination. Spring and autumn bridge days often offer the best mix of good weather and fewer crowds.