Question 1

How many public holidays does Scotland have in 2026?

Accepted Answer

Scotland has 12 public holidays in 2026 — 5 national holidays shared across United Kingdom, plus 7 regional holidays specific to Scotland.

Question 2

What is the next public holiday in Scotland?

Accepted Answer

The next public holiday in Scotland is Summer Bank Holiday on 3 August 2026, which is in 30 days.

Question 3

Are public holidays paid days off in Scotland?

Accepted Answer

In Scotland, national public holidays are generally paid days off for employees. Always verify with your employer or local labour authority.

Question 4

How do Scotland holidays differ from the rest of United Kingdom?

Accepted Answer

Scotland observes 5 national holidays shared with all of United Kingdom, plus 7 regional holidays specific to Scotland.

Question 5

Can I add Scotland public holidays to my calendar?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Use the "Add all holidays to calendar" button on this page to download an .ics file compatible with Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, and Outlook.

Date	Holiday	Type
1 January 2026	New Year's Day	Scotland
2 January 2026	2 January	Scotland
3 April 2026	Good Friday	National
6 April 2026	Easter Monday	Scotland
4 May 2026	Early May Bank Holiday	National
25 May 2026	Spring Bank Holiday	National
15 June 2026	World Cup Bank Holiday	Scotland
3 August 2026	NextSummer Bank Holiday	Scotland
31 August 2026	Summer Bank Holiday	Scotland
30 November 2026	Saint Andrew's Day	Scotland
25 December 2026	Christmas Day	National
28 December 2026	Boxing Day	National

Summer Bank Holiday

All Public Holidays 2026

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