Ascension Island Public Holidays 2026

Saint Helena

View the complete list of public holidays and bank holidays in Ascension Island for 2026. Plan your year ahead with official dates, weekdays, and observances.

About Public Holidays in Ascension Island

Public holidays in Ascension Island, Saint Helena are official observances that may affect government offices, schools, banks, businesses, and public services. These holidays often include national celebrations, religious observances, and important civic dates.

This calendar helps residents, travelers, employers, and families plan vacations, work schedules, school breaks, and business closures around official holiday dates.

Working Days and Business Closures

On major public holidays, many government offices, banks, schools, and private businesses may close or operate with reduced hours. Opening times for shops, restaurants, transport, and local services can vary.

Always check with local authorities, employers, or service providers for exact opening hours during public holidays.

All Public Holidays in Ascension Island, Saint Helena 2026

DateDayHolidayType
January 1, 2026ThursdayNew Year's DayPublic Holiday
April 3, 2026FridayGood FridayPublic Holiday
April 6, 2026MondayEaster MondayPublic Holiday
April 20, 2026MondayQueen's BirthdayPublic Holiday
May 14, 2026ThursdayAscension DayPublic Holiday
May 21, 2026ThursdaySaint Helena DayPublic Holiday
May 25, 2026MondayWhit MondayPublic Holiday
August 31, 2026MondayAugust Bank HolidayPublic Holiday
December 25, 2026FridayChristmas DayPublic Holiday
December 26, 2026SaturdayBoxing DayPublic Holiday
December 28, 2026MondayBoxing Day (substitute day)Public Holiday
Show 2027 public holidays

All Public Holidays in Ascension Island, Saint Helena 2027

DateDayHolidayType
January 1, 2027FridayNew Year's DayPublic Holiday
March 26, 2027FridayGood FridayPublic Holiday
March 29, 2027MondayEaster MondayPublic Holiday
April 19, 2027MondayQueen's BirthdayPublic Holiday
May 6, 2027ThursdayAscension DayPublic Holiday
May 17, 2027MondayWhit MondayPublic Holiday
May 21, 2027FridaySaint Helena DayPublic Holiday
August 30, 2027MondayAugust Bank HolidayPublic Holiday
December 25, 2027SaturdayChristmas DayPublic Holiday
December 26, 2027SundayBoxing DayPublic Holiday
December 27, 2027MondayBoxing Day (substitute day)Public Holiday
December 28, 2027TuesdayChristmas Day (substitute day)Public Holiday

Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays are there in Ascension Island?

The number of public holidays in Ascension Island, Saint Helena can vary by year depending on official calendars, weekends, and local observances.

Do businesses close on public holidays in Ascension Island?

Many government offices, banks, schools, and businesses close on major public holidays, although private businesses may follow different schedules.

Are public holidays the same every year?

Some holidays fall on fixed dates every year, while others change because they are based on weekends, religious calendars, or official yearly announcements.

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