How many public holidays does Belize have in 2026?

Belize has 15 official public holidays in 2026, listed above with their exact dates.

When is the first public holiday in Belize in 2026?

The first 2026 public holiday in Belize is New Year's Day, on 1 January.

Where can I plan Belize long weekends for 2026?

Use the caldays long-weekend planner for Belize to find every bridge day and turn a few days of leave into a longer break.

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Public holiday · Long weekend · World clock — Belize 2026.

Next public holidayEmancipation Day1 Aug · in 17 days

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Emancipation Day

Saturday · in 17 days

10Sept

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St George's Caye Day

Thursday · in 57 days

Garifuna Settlement Day

Thursday · in 127 days

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St George's Caye Day

10 Sept – 13 Sept

4days

T10

F11

S12

S13

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Independence Day

19 Sept – 21 Sept

3days

S19

S20

M21

Automatic — no leave needed · 3 days off

Pan American Day

10 Oct – 12 Oct

3days

S10

S11

M12

Automatic — no leave needed · 3 days off

Garifuna Settlement Day

19 Nov – 22 Nov

4days

T19

F20

S21

S22

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Emancipation Day · 1 Aug