Emancipation Day
Public HolidayEmancipation Day is a public holiday observed across multiple countries. It is a designated day of rest and commemoration that holds cultural, historical, or civic significance. Government offices, schools, and many businesses are typically closed on this day.
11 countries observe this holiday
Countries — 2026 dates
Click any row to see dates for 2024–2028.
| Flag | Country | Date 2026 | Day | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇧🇸 | Bahamas | Aug 7 | Friday | › |
| 🇧🇧 | Barbados | Aug 1 | Saturday | › |
| 🇧🇿 | Belize | Aug 1 | Saturday | › |
| 🇰🇾 | Cayman Islands | May 4 | Monday | › |
| 🇩🇲 | Dominica | Aug 3 | Monday | › |
| 🇬🇩 | Grenada | Aug 3 | Monday | › |
| 🇬🇾 | Guyana | Aug 1 | Saturday | › |
| 🇯🇲 | Jamaica | Aug 1 | Saturday | › |
| 🇲🇸 | Montserrat | Aug 3 | Monday | › |
| 🇵🇷 | Puerto Rico | Mar 22 | Sunday | › |
| 🇱🇨 | Saint Lucia | Aug 1 | Saturday | › |