Isle of Man Bank Holidays: Complete Dates

Planning your year in the Isle of Man is simple with our complete guide to the official Isle of Man bank holidays. Residents and visitors alike can use this page to find the full holiday schedule, including key dates like the TT Bank Holiday and Tynwald Day. We’ve listed all the public holidays on the Isle of Man, from New Year’s Day to the Christmas Day bank holiday, and explained what happens when a day like Boxing Day falls on a weekend. Keep this page bookmarked for all the bank holiday dates you need to know.

Isle of Man Bank & Public Holidays

The Isle of Man typically has ten bank holidays each year, blending UK-wide holidays with unique Man celebrations. Below are the confirmed and projected dates for the next three years.

Isle of Man Bank Holidays 2025

Mark your calendars for the ten Isle of Man bank holidays in 2025.

Isle of Man Bank Holidays 2026

Here is the complete list of Isle of Man bank holidays for 2026, which includes a substitute bank holiday for Boxing Day.

Isle of Man Bank Holidays 2027

Please note that the following Isle of Man bank holidays for 2027 are provisional and will be confirmed by the government closer to the time.

A Closer Look at Key Isle of Man Holidays

The Isle of Man’s calendar features some truly unique celebrations that set it apart.

• Tynwald Day: Held on July 5th, this is the National Day of the Isle of Man. If July 5th falls on a weekend, the following Monday is observed as the day off for Tynwald Day. It’s a day of ancient ceremony and celebration.

• TT Bank Holiday: This holiday is uniquely tied to the world-famous Isle of Man TT motorcycle races. The TT Bank Holiday dates always fall on the first Friday in June, creating a long weekend for the racing event.

• Standard UK Holidays: Like the rest of the UK, the Isle of Man observes holidays like the Early May Bank Holiday, Spring Bank Holiday (also called the Late May Bank Holiday), and the Summer Bank Holiday.

Christmas and New Year Holiday Period

The festive period often involves substitute days to ensure everyone gets their time off. If Christmas Day or Boxing Day falls on a weekend, a substitute bank holiday is given on the following weekday. As you can see in the 2027 schedule, this can lead to a Christmas Holiday and a Boxing Day Holiday on consecutive days, creating a lovely long break.

Other Observances on the Isle of Man

Beyond bank holidays, the island’s calendar includes other notable observances. These aren’t days off work but mark seasonal events like the June Solstice (the longest day) and the December Solstice (the shortest day). The March equinox and September equinox also punctuate the year. Don’t forget the clock change days for Daylight Saving Time, which typically start in late March and end in late October.

Also Read: England Bank Holidays

FAQs

Q1. When are the Isle of Man bank holidays for [next year]?

The official dates for the upcoming year are usually confirmed and published on the government website, gov.im, in the preceding year. Our guides are updated as soon as this information is released.

Q2. Is Tynwald Day always a bank holiday?

Yes, Tynwald Day on July 5th is always a bank holiday. If it falls on a weekend, the following Monday is taken as the public holiday.

Q3. What happens if a bank holiday falls on a weekend?

When a bank holiday like Christmas Day or Boxing Day falls on a weekend, a substitute weekday (usually the following Monday) is given as a holiday instead.

Q4. Where can I find the official government announcement?

The definitive source for all official Isle of Man bank holidays is the Government of the Isle of Man website at www.gov.im.

We hope this complete guide to the Isle of Man bank holidays helps you plan your travels, time off, and celebrations. With a mix of traditional UK holidays and unique local events, the Manx calendar is full of character. Remember to double-check the official bank holidays on the government website, as the dates for 2027 have been confirmed.

Wikipedia:

• Isle of Man: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isle_of_Man