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16 public holidays observed in Guyana during 2026. 3 school breaks shape travel demand. 12 long weekend opportunities.

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Long weekends

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January 2026

  1. Jan1
    New Year's Day

    Thursday

February 2026

  1. Feb23

    Republic Day

    Monday

March 2026

  1. Mar3

    Phagwah

    Tuesday

  2. Mar20

    Eid ul-Fitr

    Friday

April 2026

  1. Apr3
    Good Friday

    Friday

  2. Apr6
    Easter Monday

    Monday

May 2026

  1. May1
    Labour Day

    Friday

  2. May5

    Arrival Day

    Tuesday

  3. May26

    Independence Day

    Tuesday

  4. May27

    Eid ul-Adha

    Wednesday

July 2026

  1. Jul6

    CARICOM Day

    Monday

August 2026

  1. Aug1

    Emancipation Day

    Saturday · Weekend

  2. Aug25

    Youman Nabi

    Tuesday

November 2026

  1. Nov9

    Deepavali

    Monday

December 2026

  1. Dec25
    Christmas Day

    Friday

  2. Dec26
    Boxing Day

    Saturday · Weekend

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Long weekend opportunities

Smart windows to maximize your time off.

New Year's Day

Jan 1 – 4

4days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Republic Day

Feb 21 – 23

3days off
Sat21·
Sun22·
Mon23★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

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·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Good Friday

Apr 3 – 6

4days off
Fri3★
Sat4·
Sun5·
Mon6★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Labour Day

May 1 – 3

3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Labour Day

May 1 – 5

5days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·
Mon4↓ off
Tue5★

Take 1 day off → 5-day weekend

Independence Day

May 23 – 27

5days off
Sat23·
Sun24·
Mon25↓ off
Tue26★
Wed27★

Take 1 day off → 5-day weekend

CARICOM Day

Jul 4 – 6

3days off
Sat4·
Sun5·
Mon6★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

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★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Christmas Day

Dec 25 – 27

3days off
Fri25★
Sat26★
Sun27·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

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Plan your next long weekend

Choose a domestic or international Beevago pick for each upcoming break.

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School holidays 2026

When schools are closed — peak travel demand from families.

Mar30

Easter Vacation

Mar 30 – Apr 10 · 12 days

Jul6

August Vacation

Jul 6 – Aug 28 · 54 days

Dec14

Christmas Vacation

Dec 14 – Jan 1 · 19 days

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Important public holiday information · Guyana

General information

  • •When a public holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday is observed as a substitute holiday under Section 6 of the Public Holidays Act (Cap 19:07).
  • •Islamic holidays (Eid ul-Fitr, Eid ul-Adha, Youman Nabi) are determined by moon sighting by the Central Islamic Organisation of Guyana (CIOG). Hindu holidays (Phagwah, Deepavali) follow the Hindu lunar calendar. Dates may vary.

Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in Guyana in 2026?
Guyana observes 16 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), Republic Day (February 23, 2026), Phagwah (March 3, 2026), Eid ul-Fitr (March 20, 2026), Good Friday (April 3, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Guyana have in 2026?
Guyana observes 16 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is New Year's Day in Guyana 2026?
New Year's Day in Guyana falls on January 1, 2026.
When is Republic Day in Guyana 2026?
Republic Day in Guyana falls on February 23, 2026.
When is Phagwah in Guyana 2026?
Phagwah in Guyana falls on March 3, 2026.
When is Eid ul-Fitr in Guyana 2026?
Eid ul-Fitr in Guyana falls on March 20, 2026.
When is Good Friday in Guyana 2026?
Good Friday in Guyana falls on April 3, 2026.
When is Easter Monday in Guyana 2026?
Easter Monday in Guyana falls on April 6, 2026.
When is Labour Day in Guyana 2026?
Labour Day in Guyana falls on May 1, 2026.
When is Arrival Day in Guyana 2026?
Arrival Day in Guyana falls on May 5, 2026.
When is Independence Day in Guyana 2026?
Independence Day in Guyana falls on May 26, 2026.
When is Eid ul-Adha in Guyana 2026?
Eid ul-Adha in Guyana falls on May 27, 2026.
When is CARICOM Day in Guyana 2026?
CARICOM Day in Guyana falls on July 6, 2026.
When is Emancipation Day in Guyana 2026?
Emancipation Day in Guyana falls on August 1, 2026.
When is Youman Nabi in Guyana 2026?
Youman Nabi in Guyana falls on August 25, 2026.
When is Deepavali in Guyana 2026?
Deepavali in Guyana falls on November 9, 2026.
When is Christmas Day in Guyana 2026?
Christmas Day in Guyana falls on December 25, 2026.
When is Boxing Day in Guyana 2026?
Boxing Day in Guyana falls on December 26, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Guyana?
Most public holidays in Guyana 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.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Guyana?
Yes — most banks, public administration offices, and the stock exchange close on national public holidays. Some retail and tourism businesses stay open.
What is a "bridge day"?
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.
Are these dates official for Guyana?
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.
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