Wales holidays 2027
Wales has 8 bank holidays in 2027. Dates below show the actual date and, where a holiday falls on a weekend, the day it is observed.
Bank holidays observed in Wales
| Date | Day | Holiday | Observed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Fri | New Year's Day Bank holiday | — | |
| Mar 26 | Fri | Good Friday Bank holiday | — | |
| Mar 29 | Mon | Easter Monday Bank holiday | — | Bank holiday in Wales |
| May 3 | Mon | Early May Bank Holiday Bank holiday | — | |
| May 31 | Mon | Spring Bank Holiday Bank holiday | — | |
| Aug 30 | Mon | Summer Bank Holiday Bank holiday | — | Wales: last Monday in August |
| Dec 25 | Sat | Christmas Day Bank holiday | Mon, Dec 27 | |
| Dec 26 | Sun | Boxing Day Bank holiday | Tue, Dec 28 |
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.
Observances (not days off)
| Date | Day | Holiday | Observed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 9 | Tue | Pancake Day (Shrove Tuesday) Observance | — | |
| Feb 14 | Sun | Valentine's Day Observance | — | |
| Mar 1 | Mon | St David's Day Observance | — | National day of Wales; not a bank holiday |
| Mar 7 | Sun | Mother's Day (Mothering Sunday) Observance | — | |
| Jun 20 | Sun | Father's Day Observance | — | |
| Oct 31 | Sun | Halloween Observance | — | |
| Nov 5 | Fri | Bonfire Night (Guy Fawkes Night) Observance | — | |
| Nov 14 | Sun | Remembrance Sunday Observance | — |
Long weekends in Wales, 2027
What closes
Government offices, courts and most schools close on the public holidays above. Shops usually open with reduced hours, subject to local trading rules.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Wales have in 2027?
Wales has 8 public holidays in 2027: 8 bank holidays.
What is the next holiday in Wales?
The next holiday in Wales is New Year's Day on Friday, January 1, 2027 (60 days away).
Are Wales holidays the same as the rest of the United Kingdom?
Mostly. Wales observes the bank holidays shared across the United Kingdom. Other nations have different regional days, so check the page for the nation you need.