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Independence Day in Jamaica

Public holiday, observed nationwide

Countdown

Next: August 6, 2026 (Thursday)

Independence Day Dates by Year

YearDateDay
2025August 6, 2025Wednesday
2026August 6, 2026Thursday
2027August 6, 2027Friday

Details

TypePublic
ScopeNational

Timezones in Jamaica

IANA ZoneAbbreviationUTC OffsetDST
America/JamaicaESTUTC-05:00No
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Other Holidays in Jamaica

New Year's Day

January 1, 2026 · Public

Ash Wednesday

February 18, 2026 · Public

Good Friday

April 3, 2026 · Public

Easter Monday

April 6, 2026 · Public

Labour Day

May 23, 2026 · Public

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FAQ

When is Independence Day in 2026?▾

Independence Day falls on August 6, 2026 (Thursday) in 2026.

Is Independence Day a public holiday?▾

Independence Day is a public holiday in Jamaica.

What timezone is Jamaica in?▾

Jamaica uses America/Jamaica (UTC-05:00).