New Brunswick · 2026

New Brunswick observes 11 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), Family Day (February 16, 2026), Good Friday (April 3, 2026), Victoria Day (May 18, 2026), Canada Day (July 1, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.

New Brunswick observes 11 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.

New Year's Day in New Brunswick falls on January 1, 2026.

Family Day in New Brunswick falls on February 16, 2026.

Good Friday in New Brunswick falls on April 3, 2026.

Victoria Day in New Brunswick falls on May 18, 2026.

Canada Day in New Brunswick falls on July 1, 2026.

New Brunswick Day in New Brunswick falls on August 3, 2026.

Labour Day in New Brunswick falls on September 7, 2026.

Thanksgiving Day in New Brunswick falls on October 12, 2026.

Remembrance Day in New Brunswick falls on November 11, 2026.

Christmas Day in New Brunswick falls on December 25, 2026.

Boxing Day in New Brunswick falls on December 26, 2026.

Most public holidays in New Brunswick are observed only on the exact date. Some countries grant a substitute weekday off when a holiday lands on a Saturday or Sunday — check the notes for each holiday above.

Yes — most banks, public administration offices, and the stock exchange close on national public holidays. Some retail and tourism businesses stay open.

A bridge day is a regular working day that falls between a public holiday and a weekend (e.g. a Friday after a Thursday holiday). Many people take this day off to extend the long weekend without using extra vacation.

Dates are sourced from official government publications and the relevant ministries. Always confirm regional and local observances closer to your travel date — especially for substitute holidays and bank-only days.