How is New Year's Day Bank Holiday calculated?

This event is observed every year on 1 January.

When is New Year's Day Bank Holiday 2026?

Name: New Year's Day Bank Holiday
Start: 2026-01-01
End: 2026-01-01
Location: United Kingdom

Thursday, 1 January 2026

New Year's Day Bank Holiday is the United Kingdom public holiday associated with New Year's Day, with an observed substitute weekday when 1 January falls on a weekend.

Also known as

New Year Bank Holiday

Frequently asked questions

When is New Year's Day Bank Holiday 2026?: New Year's Day Bank Holiday 2026 is on Thursday, 1 January 2026.
What day of the week is New Year's Day Bank Holiday 2026?: It falls on Thursday.
How is New Year's Day Bank Holiday calculated?: This event is observed every year on 1 January.