Trinidad & Tobago Public Holidays 2026
Trinidad & Tobago observes 14 public holidays in 2026. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
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All holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Mar 20 | Friday | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Public |
| Mar 30 | Monday | Spiritual Baptist Liberation Day | Public |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 5 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Public |
| Apr 6 | Monday | Easter Monday | Observance |
| May 30 | Saturday | Indian Arrival Day | Public |
| Jun 4 | Thursday | Corpus Christi | Public |
| Jun 19 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| Aug 1 | Saturday | Emancipation Day | Public |
| Aug 31 | Monday | Independence Day | Public |
| Sep 24 | Thursday | Republic Day | Public |
| Nov 8 | Sunday | Deepavali | Public |
| Nov 9 | Monday | Deepavali (day off in lieu) | Public |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
| Dec 26 | Saturday | Boxing Day | Public |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 20, 2026
About public holidays in Trinidad & Tobago
Public holidays in Trinidad & Tobago are days when most schools, banks, government offices and many businesses are closed nationwide. Dates for religious and lunar-calendar holidays can shift from year to year, and governments occasionally move observed dates when a holiday falls on a weekend. Always confirm critical dates with an official source before booking travel or scheduling business.
Frequently asked questions
- How many public holidays does Trinidad & Tobago have in 2026?
- Trinidad & Tobago has 14 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Trinidad & Tobago?
- The next public holiday in Trinidad & Tobago is Emancipation Day on August 1, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Trinidad & Tobago?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Trinidad & Tobago close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.
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