This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Jamaica in 2028. Public holidays are special days that everyone gets off work, while observances are traditional celebrations and events that are popular in a particular country without a day-off work status. Some dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check this page in advance before visiting Jamaica.
Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
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New Year's Day | Jamaica January 1 2028, Saturday |
National |
Valentine's Day | Jamaica February 14 2028, Monday |
Observance |
Ash Wednesday | Jamaica March 1 2028, Wednesday |
National |
March Equinox | Jamaica March 19 2028, Sunday |
Seasonal |
Good Friday | Jamaica April 14 2028, Friday |
National |
Easter Sunday | Jamaica April 16 2028, Sunday |
Observance |
Easter Monday | Jamaica April 17 2028, Monday |
National |
Mother's Day | Jamaica May 14 2028, Sunday |
Observance |
Labor Day / May Day | Jamaica May 23 2028, Tuesday |
National |
Father's Day | Jamaica June 18 2028, Sunday |
Observance |
June Solstice | Jamaica June 20 2028, Tuesday |
Seasonal |
Emancipation Day | Jamaica August 1 2028, Tuesday |
National |
Independence Day | Jamaica August 7 2028, Monday |
National |
September Equinox | Jamaica September 22 2028, Friday |
Seasonal |
National Heroes' Day | Jamaica October 16 2028, Monday |
National |
December Solstice | Jamaica December 21 2028, Thursday |
Seasonal |
Christmas Eve | Jamaica December 24 2028, Sunday |
Observance |
Christmas Day | Jamaica December 25 2028, Monday |
National |
Boxing Day | Jamaica December 26 2028, Tuesday |
National |
New Year's Eve | Jamaica December 31 2028, Sunday |
Observance |