How many days until May Day (May Bank Holiday) in Ireland?
There are 182 days until May Day (May Bank Holiday) 2027 in Ireland — Monday, May 3, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets May Day (May Bank Holiday) on Monday, May 3, 2027, set by the rule: First Monday in May. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
May Day (May Bank Holiday) is a public holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. May Day, the first Monday in May, is one of Ireland's ten public holidays. Banks, schools and government offices close, and most employees get a paid day off, maknig it the first long weekend of the Irish summer.
Milestones on the way
If you like counting in round numbers rather than watching every second, these are the dates the countdown passes on its way to May Day (May Bank Holiday):
- 100 days to go — Saturday, January 23, 2027 (a good moment to start planning anything that needs booking)
- 50 days to go — Sunday, March 14, 2027
- 30 days to go — Saturday, April 3, 2027 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Monday, April 19, 2027
- 7 days to go — Monday, April 26, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Sunday, May 2, 2027
May Day (May Bank Holiday) dates by year
Dates computed from the governing statutes and last verified October 3, 2026. Years beyond officially published schedules are projected from the rule that sets the date.
Coming up after May Day (May Bank Holiday)
- Jun 7 Days until June Bank Holiday 217 days away
- Aug 2 Days until August Bank Holiday 273 days away
- Oct 25 Days until October Bank Holiday 357 days away
- Dec 25 Days until Christmas Day 418 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until May Day (May Bank Holiday)?
There are 182 days until May Day (May Bank Holiday), which falls on Monday, May 3, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before May Day (May Bank Holiday)?
There are 26 weekends between now and May Day (May Bank Holiday) on May 3 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is May Day (May Bank Holiday) a day off?
May Day (May Bank Holiday) is a public holiday, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.