Cayman Islands (KY)
A high-income, English-speaking Caribbean financial centre with no direct personal income tax, strong professional opportunities, excellent beaches, and very high housing, healthcare, school, and import-driven living costs.
Capital: George Town
Region: Americas
Language: English
Currency: KYD (CI$)
Cost of living: Very expensive (index 86)
Emergency: 911
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Public Holidays 2026
12 holidays in Cayman Islands. Some may vary by region.
January 2026
Thu 1
New Year's Day Public Holiday
New Year's Day
Official 2026 public holiday.
Mon 26
National Heroes Day Public Holiday
National Heroes Day
Honours national service and local contributors.
February 2026
Wed 18
Ash Wednesday Public Holiday
Ash Wednesday
Public holiday; some businesses operate reduced hours.
April 2026
Fri 3
Good Friday Public Holiday
Good Friday
Alcohol, entertainment, and retail hours may be restricted.
Mon 6
Easter Monday Public Holiday
Easter Monday
Long weekend; book ferries, restaurants, and travel early.
May 2026
Mon 4
Emancipation Day Public Holiday
Emancipation Day
Observed on the first Monday in May.
Mon 18
Discovery Day Public Holiday
Discovery Day
Official public holiday.
June 2026
Mon 15
King's Birthday Public Holiday
King's Birthday
British Overseas Territory holiday.
July 2026
Mon 6
Constitution Day Public Holiday
Constitution Day
Marks constitutional development.
November 2026
Mon 9
Remembrance Day Public Holiday
Remembrance Day
Observed Monday in 2026.
December 2026
Fri 25
Christmas Day Public Holiday
Christmas Day
Peak travel and hospitality period.
Mon 28
Boxing Day Public Holiday
Boxing Day
Substitute holiday because Boxing Day falls on Saturday.
Note: Some holidays in Cayman Islands apply only to specific regions or states. Check local regulations for your area.