Bahamas (BS)
An English-speaking Caribbean archipelago close to Florida, known for high-end tourism, no personal income tax, strong financial services, second-home communities, turquoise water and very high island living costs.
Capital: Nassau
Region: Americas
Language: English
Currency: BSD ($)
Cost of living: Expensive (index 75)
Emergency: 911
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Public Holidays 2026
11 holidays in Bahamas. Some may vary by region.
January 2026
Thu 1
New Year's Day Public Holiday
New Year's Day
Public holiday; January 1 is also the major Junkanoo season period.
Mon 12
Majority Rule Day observed Public Holiday
Majority Rule Day
January 10 falls on a Saturday in 2026; public observance is Monday January 12.
April 2026
Fri 3
Good Friday Public Holiday
Good Friday
Public holiday and start of the Easter long weekend.
Mon 6
Easter Monday Public Holiday
Easter Monday
Public holiday.
May 2026
Mon 25
Whit Monday Public Holiday
Whit Monday
Public holiday.
June 2026
Fri 5
Randol Fawkes Labour Day Public Holiday
Randol Fawkes Labour Day
Public holiday honouring labour movement leader Randol Fawkes.
July 2026
Fri 10
Independence Day Public Holiday
Independence Day
National day; The Bahamas became independent on July 10, 1973.
August 2026
Mon 3
Emancipation Day Public Holiday
Emancipation Day
First Monday in August.
October 2026
Mon 12
National Heroes Day Public Holiday
National Heroes Day
Second Monday in October.
December 2026
Fri 25
Christmas Day Public Holiday
Christmas Day
Public holiday.
Mon 28
Boxing Day observed Public Holiday
Boxing Day
Boxing Day falls on Saturday December 26 in 2026; offices commonly observe Monday December 28.
Note: Some holidays in Bahamas apply only to specific regions or states. Check local regulations for your area.