Belize (BZ)
Belize is an English-speaking Central American country known for its barrier reef, rainforest, and cultural mix of Maya, Garifuna, Mestizo and Creole heritage.
Capital: Belmopan
Region: Americas
Language: English
Currency: BZD (BZ$)
Cost of living: Very affordable (index 33)
Emergency: 911
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Public Holidays 2026
13 holidays in Belize. Some may vary by region.
January 2026
Thu 1
New Year's Day Public Holiday
New Year's Day
Public holiday. Banks, government offices, and most businesses closed.
Wed 7
George Price Day Public Holiday
George Price Day
Honours the founder of modern Belize. Formerly called Baron Bliss Day until 2012.
April 2026
Fri 3
Good Friday Public Holiday
Good Friday
Christian holiday. Banks and government offices closed. Date varies each year.
Sat 4
Holy Saturday Public Holiday
Holy Saturday
Day before Easter Sunday. Public holiday.
Mon 6
Easter Monday Public Holiday
Easter Monday
Christian holiday. Public holiday; many businesses and attractions closed or reduced hours.
May 2026
Fri 1
Labour Day Public Holiday
Labour Day
International Workers' Day. Public holiday; marches and events in main towns.
Mon 25
Sovereign's Day / Commonwealth Day Public Holiday
Sovereign's Day
Celebrates the Commonwealth and Belize's ties to the British Crown.
September 2026
Thu 10
National Day (St. George's Caye Day) Public Holiday
St. George's Caye Day
Commemorates the Battle of St. George's Caye (1798), a defining moment in Belizean national identity. Major celebrations across the country.
Mon 21
Independence Day Public Holiday
Independence Day
Celebrates Belize's independence from Britain on 21 September 1981. The biggest national holiday; parades, fairs, and celebrations throughout Belize.
October 2026
Mon 12
Day of the Americas (Pan American Day) Public Holiday
Day of the Americas
Commemorates Columbus Day/Hispanic Heritage. Public holiday.
November 2026
Thu 19
Garifuna Settlement Day Public Holiday
Garifuna Settlement Day
Celebrates the arrival of the Garifuna people to Belize on 19 November 1832. Major cultural celebrations in Dangriga, Hopkins, and Punta Gorda with drumming, dancing, and traditional food.
December 2026
Fri 25
Christmas Day Public Holiday
Christmas Day
Public holiday. Banks, government offices, and most businesses closed.
Sat 26
Boxing Day Public Holiday
Boxing Day
Public holiday. Carries over from British tradition; many businesses and attractions open for post-Christmas activities.
Note: Some holidays in Belize apply only to specific regions or states. Check local regulations for your area.