About Emancipation Day (observed) in Barbados

Emancipation Day (observed) is a public holiday in Barbados. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

Emancipation Day (observed): Past and Future Observances

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Year Date Weekday Name Holiday Type
2016 Tuesday Emancipation Day (observed) Public Holiday
2021 Tuesday Emancipation Day (observed) Public Holiday
2022 Tuesday Emancipation Day (observed) Public Holiday
2027 Tuesday Emancipation Day (observed) Public Holiday
2032 Tuesday Emancipation Day (observed) Public Holiday
2033 Tuesday Emancipation Day (observed) Public Holiday

FAQ — Emancipation Day (observed) in Barbados

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Emancipation Day (observed) is a public holiday observed in Barbados. It is classified as a Public Holiday. See the dates, history and observance details on this page, or browse all public holidays in Barbados.

Next year, Emancipation Day (observed) will be observed on {'year': 2027, 'name': 'Emancipation Day (observed)', 'date_iso': '2027-08-03', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2027, 8, 3), 'date_display': '03 Aug 2027', 'day_of_week': 'Tuesday'} in Barbados. Movable holidays can change weekday and date year to year.

Yes, Emancipation Day (observed) is recognized as a public holiday in Barbados. Most government offices, banks and many schools close, and some businesses may operate on reduced hours. Specific closures vary by industry and region.

You can download an iCal (.ics) file for Emancipation Day (observed) from this page and import it into Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook, or any standard calendar app. The Barbados holidays page lists every other holiday you can subscribe to the same way.

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