Public Holidays in Saint Kitts and Nevis 2026
12 listed public holiday dates in 2026
The federation's calendar combines Carnival, Christian holidays and national commemorations.
Saint Kitts and Nevis Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| Jan 2 | Friday | Carnival Day |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday |
| Apr 6 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| May 4 | Monday | Labour Day |
| May 25 | Monday | Whit Monday |
| Aug 3 | Monday | Emancipation Day |
| Sep 16 | Wednesday | National Heroes Day |
| Sep 19 | Saturday | Independence Day |
| Sep 21 | Monday | Independence Day Observed |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day |
| Dec 26 | Saturday | Boxing Day |
* 2027 observed-day treatment should be checked against the final government calendar.
Independence and Carnival 2026
Independence Day is 19 September. Carnival Day on 2 January extends the New Year holiday period.
Holiday Rules in Saint Kitts and Nevis
Observed weekdays can be declared when fixed holidays fall on a weekend.
Saint Kitts and Nevis Holiday Calendar: What to Know
- Independence Day is 19 September.
- National Heroes Day is 16 September.
- Carnival Day is 2 January.
- Driving is on the left.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Independence Day?
19 September.
What is National Heroes Day?
It is observed on 16 September.
Is Carnival Day a public holiday?
Yes, on 2 January.
Why is the 2027 observed date provisional?
The final annual government calendar should confirm weekend treatment.
Sources & methodology
View sources used for this page
Official government national public-holiday framework.
Independent calendar cross-check used for date, weekday and observed-day review. Government notices and statutory rules take precedence where they differ.
Source hierarchy: official government, gazette or ministry material is the primary reference. Timeanddate is retained only as an independent cross-check; later official declarations take precedence.