Emancipation Day in Dominica
In 2026, Emancipation Day falls on Monday, 3 August 2026.
About Emancipation Day
Emancipation Day in Dominica commemorates the abolition of slavery across the British Empire in 1834. It is a national holiday that honors the resilience and struggle of ancestors while celebrating the freedom of the Dominican people. The day is marked by various cultural events, parades, and reflective ceremonies throughout the island.
Emancipation Day dates in Dominica
Observance dates for Emancipation Day across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7 Aug 2023 | Monday | Emancipation Day |
| 2024 | 5 Aug 2024 | Monday | Emancipation Day |
| 2025 | 4 Aug 2025 | Monday | Emancipation Day |
| 2026This year | 3 Aug 2026 | Monday | Emancipation Day |
| 2027 | 2 Aug 2027 | Monday | Emancipation Day |
| 2028 | 7 Aug 2028 | Monday | Emancipation Day |
| 2029 | 6 Aug 2029 | Monday | Emancipation Day |
| 2030 | 5 Aug 2030 | Monday | Emancipation Day |
| 2031 | 4 Aug 2031 | Monday | Emancipation Day |
7 Aug 2023
Monday · Emancipation Day
5 Aug 2024
Monday · Emancipation Day
4 Aug 2025
Monday · Emancipation Day
3 Aug 2026
Monday · Emancipation Day
2 Aug 2027
Monday · Emancipation Day
7 Aug 2028
Monday · Emancipation Day
6 Aug 2029
Monday · Emancipation Day
5 Aug 2030
Monday · Emancipation Day
4 Aug 2031
Monday · Emancipation Day
