Early May Bank Holiday has already passed this year.
Monday, May 4, 2026
Key facts
- Date
- Monday, May 4, 2026
- Day of the week
- Monday
- Where observed
- Nationwide
- Holiday type
- Public holiday
- Week number
- 19
- Day of year
- 124
- Local time zone
- Europe/London
- Currency
- GBP
Long-weekend planner
Early May Bank Holiday falls on a Monday in 2026, giving you a natural three-day weekend with no extra leave.
This holiday in other years
Frequently asked questions
In United Kingdom, Early May Bank Holiday is on May 4, 2026 in 2026.
In 2026, Early May Bank Holiday falls on a Monday.
Yes. Early May Bank Holiday is a public holiday observed nationwide in United Kingdom.
Early May Bank Holiday was on May 4, 2026 and has already passed this year.
The next Early May Bank Holiday in United Kingdom is on May 3, 2027.
Other public holidays in United Kingdom 2026
View all United Kingdom holidays in 2026 →About these dates
The Early May Bank Holiday date for United Kingdom 2026 is compiled from public official sources and was last updated on August 7, 2026.
Official source: https://www.gov.uk/bank-holidays