Summer Bank Holiday in United Kingdom
In 2026, Summer Bank Holiday falls on Monday, 31 August 2026.
About Summer Bank Holiday
The Summer Bank Holiday is a public holiday in the United Kingdom observed on the last Monday of August. It serves as a traditional opportunity for families and individuals to enjoy the final stretch of summer with outdoor activities, festivals, and trips. While it is not a religious occasion, it is widely celebrated as a long weekend break across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Summer Bank Holiday dates in United Kingdom
Observance dates for Summer Bank Holiday across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 28 Aug 2023 | Monday | Summer Bank Holiday |
| 2024 | 26 Aug 2024 | Monday | Summer Bank Holiday |
| 2025 | 25 Aug 2025 | Monday | Summer Bank Holiday |
| 2026This year | 31 Aug 2026 | Monday | Summer Bank Holiday |
| 2027 | 30 Aug 2027 | Monday | Summer Bank Holiday |
| 2028 | 28 Aug 2028 | Monday | Summer Bank Holiday |
| 2029 | 27 Aug 2029 | Monday | Summer Bank Holiday |
| 2030 | 26 Aug 2030 | Monday | Summer Bank Holiday |
| 2031 | 25 Aug 2031 | Monday | Summer Bank Holiday |
28 Aug 2023
Monday · Summer Bank Holiday
26 Aug 2024
Monday · Summer Bank Holiday
25 Aug 2025
Monday · Summer Bank Holiday
31 Aug 2026
Monday · Summer Bank Holiday
30 Aug 2027
Monday · Summer Bank Holiday
28 Aug 2028
Monday · Summer Bank Holiday
27 Aug 2029
Monday · Summer Bank Holiday
26 Aug 2030
Monday · Summer Bank Holiday
25 Aug 2031
Monday · Summer Bank Holiday