Planning a trip, work schedule, or family time around Gibraltar Bank Holidays? You’re in the right place. Gibraltar observes 12 statutory public holidays—from New Year’s Day and Winter Midterm to Gibraltar National Day and Boxing Day in lieu. Below you’ll find official dates, plus observances, clock changes, equinoxes, and solstices.
Whether you need a Gibraltar long weekend for a mini-break or want to know when Daylight Saving Time starts/ends, this guide covers every non-working day, bank holiday, and observance—including Good Friday, Easter Monday, Workers’ Memorial Day, May Day, Spring Bank Holiday, King’s Birthday, Late Summer Bank Holiday, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day.
Public Holidays in Gibraltar
Here are the Gibraltar bank holidays for the next three years. Gibraltar’s public holidays blend Christian traditions, UK‑inspired bank holidays, and local commemorations.
Gibraltar Bank Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1st January | Thursday | New Year’s Day |
| 16th February | Monday | Winter Midterm Bank Holiday |
| 3rd April | Friday | Good Friday |
| 6th April | Monday | Easter Monday |
| 28th April | Tuesday | Workers’ Memorial Day |
| 1st May | Friday | May Day |
| 25th May | Monday | Spring Bank Holiday |
| 15th June | Monday | King’s Birthday Holiday |
| 31st August | Monday | Late Summer Bank Holiday |
| 10th September | Thursday | Gibraltar National Day |
| 25th December | Friday | Christmas Day |
| 28th December | Monday | Boxing Day (in lieu of 26th December) |
Gibraltar Bank Holidays 2027
| Date | Day | Holiday Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1st January | Friday | New Year’s Day |
| 15th February | Monday | Winter Midterm Bank Holiday |
| 26th March | Friday | Good Friday |
| 29th March | Monday | Easter Monday |
| 28th April | Wednesday | Workers’ Memorial Day |
| 3rd May | Monday | May Day |
| 31st May | Monday | Spring Bank Holiday |
| 14th June | Monday | King’s Birthday Holiday |
| 30th August | Monday | Late Summer Bank Holiday |
| 10th September | Friday | Gibraltar National Day |
| 27th December | Monday | Christmas Day (in lieu of 25th December) |
| 28th December | Tuesday | Boxing Day (in lieu of 26th December) |
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Gibraltar Bank Holidays 2028
| Date | Day | Holiday Name |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd January | Monday | New Year’s Day (in lieu of 1st January) |
| 14th February | Monday | Winter Midterm Bank Holiday |
| 14th April | Friday | Good Friday |
| 17th April | Monday | Easter Monday |
| 28th April | Friday | Workers’ Memorial Day |
| 1st May | Monday | May Day |
| 29th May | Monday | Spring Bank Holiday |
| 19th June | Monday | King’s Birthday Holiday |
| 28th August | Monday | Late Summer Bank Holiday |
| 10th September | Sunday | Gibraltar National Day |
| 25th December | Monday | Christmas Day |
| 26th December | Tuesday | Boxing Day |
Other Observances & Non-Working Days
| Observance | 2026 Date | 2027 Date | 2028 Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valentine’s Day | 14th February (Sat) | 14th February (Sun) | 14th February (Mon) |
| Mother’s Day | 15th March (Sun) | 14th March (Sun) | 26th March (Sun) |
| Easter Sunday | 5th April (Sun) | 28th March (Sun) | 16th April (Sun) |
| Father’s Day | 21st June (Sun) | 20th June (Sun) | 18th June (Sun) |
| Halloween | 31st October (Sat) | 31st October (Sun) | 31st October (Tue) |
| Christmas Eve | 24th December (Thu) | 24th December (Fri) | 24th December (Sun) |
| New Year’s Eve | 31st December (Thu) | 31st December (Fri) | 31st December (Sun) |
Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Gibraltar
Gibraltar follows Central European Time (CET / CEST). That means clock changes twice a year—just like most of Western Europe.
| Event | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DST starts (clocks forward 1 hour) | Sunday 29th March at 01:00 GMT → 02:00 CEST | Sunday 28th March | Sunday 26th March |
| DST ends (clocks back 1 hour) | Sunday 25th October at 02:00 CEST → 01:00 GMT | Sunday 31st October | Sunday 29th October |
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Seasonal Dates – Equinoxes & Solstices
These astronomical moments mark the official change of seasons. They aren’t holidays, but they’re useful for gardeners, photographers, and anyone who loves natural rhythms.
| Event | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 |
|---|---|---|---|
| March Equinox (Spring) | Friday 20th March | Saturday 20th March | Monday 20th March |
| June Solstice (Summer) | Sunday 21st June | Monday 21st June | Wednesday 21st June |
| September Equinox (Autumn) | Wednesday 23rd September | Thursday 23rd September | Friday 22nd September |
| December Solstice (Winter) | Monday 21st December | Tuesday 21st December | Thursday 21st December |
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FAQs
Q1. How many bank holidays does Gibraltar have in 2026?
Gibraltar has 12 statutory bank holidays in 2026. This includes New Year’s Day, winter midterm, Easter holidays, May and spring bank holidays, King’s Birthday, late summer, National Day, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day (in lieu).
Q2. Is Gibraltar National Day a public holiday every year?
Yes – 10th September is Gibraltar National Day, a public holiday every year. If it falls on a weekend, the government usually grants a substitute holiday on the following Monday.
Q3. Does Gibraltar observe Boxing Day when it’s on a Saturday?
Yes, Boxing Day is moved to the next weekday (in lieu). For example, 26th December 2026 is a Saturday, so the public holiday is Monday, 28th December 2026.
Q4. Does Gibraltar change its clocks for Daylight Saving Time?
Yes, Gibraltar follows Central European Time. Clocks go forward 1 hour on the last Sunday of March and back 1 hour on the last Sunday of October.
Q5. Are shops open on Good Friday in Gibraltar?
Many shops and most government offices close on Good Friday. Some tourist shops and restaurants remain open, but it’s a quiet statutory holiday across the territory.
Whether you’re marking your calendar for Gibraltar National Day, planning a long weekend around the Spring Bank Holiday, or simply avoiding a missed meeting because of a clock change, these official Gibraltar bank holidays have you covered.
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Official Source & Wikipedia
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Official Gibraltar Government Press Release
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Wikipedia: Public holidays in Gibraltar
