There are 9 regular Scotland Bank Holidays observed including a historic World Cup holiday on 15 June 2026, giving people time for celebrations, travel, and important national events. This Scottish Calendar is your go-to for Planning with Family. For Summary for Planning, bookmark this page.
Overview: Bank Holidays in Scotland
Bank Holidays in Scotland are set by Scottish Ministers but reserved to UK Parliament. Unlike England, Scotland celebrates St Andrew’s Day (30 November) and 2nd January as official holidays. Upcoming bank holidays in Scotland include a one‑off World Cup holiday – the first extra Scottish bank holiday for men’s football since 1998.
Public and Bank Holidays in Scotland total 9–10 per year, depending on weekend substitutions.
Is Monday a Bank Holiday in Scotland? (2026 Check)
Yes – but only on specific Mondays.
In 2026, the following Mondays are bank holidays in Scotland:
- 4 May (Early May)
- 25 May (Spring)
- 15 June (World Cup – extra)
- 3 August (Summer)
- 30 November (St Andrew’s Day – fixed Monday in 2026)
- 28 December (Boxing Day substitute)
Scotland Bank Holidays 2026 World Cup Dates
The Scotland bank holidays 2026 World Cup dates are:
- Monday 15 June 2026 – Extra national bank holiday
- No other World Cup dates in 2026 or 2027 are confirmed as holidays.
This is a one‑off to celebrate Scotland’s return to the men’s football World Cup.
Scotland Bank Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2026 | Thursday | New Year’s Day |
| 2 January 2026 | Friday | 2nd January |
| 3 April 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 4 May 2026 | Monday | Early May |
| 25 May 2026 | Monday | Spring bank holiday |
| 15 June 2026 | Monday | World Cup bank holiday |
| 3 August 2026 | Monday | Summer bank holiday |
| 30 November 2026 | Monday | St Andrew’s Day |
| 25 December 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day |
| 28 December 2026* | Monday | Boxing Day (substitute day) |
Scotland Bank Holidays 2026 June includes the World Cup.
Scotland Bank Holidays 2026 August has the Summer holiday on 3 August.
Scotland Bank Holidays 2027
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2027 | Friday | New Year’s Day |
| 4 January 2027 | Monday | 2nd January (substitute) |
| 26 March 2027 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 3 May 2027 | Monday | Early May |
| 31 May 2027 | Monday | Spring bank holiday |
| 2 August 2027 | Monday | Summer bank holiday |
| 30 November 2027 | Tuesday | St Andrew’s Day |
| 27 December 2027 | Monday | Christmas Day (substitute) |
| 28 December 2027 | Tuesday | Boxing Day (substitute) |
Scottish bank holidays 2027 August – the August bank holiday 2027 falls on Monday 2 August.
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| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 3 January 2028 | Monday | New Year’s Day (substitute) |
| 4 January 2028 | Tuesday | 2nd January |
| 14 April 2028 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 1 May 2028 | Monday | Early May |
| 29 May 2028 | Monday | Spring bank holiday |
| 7 August 2028 | Monday | Summer bank holiday |
| 30 November 2028 | Thursday | St Andrew’s Day |
| 25 December 2028 | Monday | Christmas Day |
| 26 December 2028 | Tuesday | Boxing Day |
These upcoming bank holidays in Scotland are provisional – always check Government Scotland closer to the time.
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Scotland Bank Holidays 2026 World Cup
Why Is Monday 15 June 2026 a Bank Holiday?
Because Scotland qualified for the men’s football World Cup for the first time since 1998.
The UK and Scottish governments confirmed a one‑off World Cup bank holiday (15 June 2026) to let families, schools, and workplaces celebrate together. It is a full national World Cup holiday – not a trial or partial day.
Will There Be a World Cup Bank Holiday in 2027?
No. The Scotland bank holidays World Cup extra day is only for 2026. Unless Scotland qualifies again for 2030, no further football‑related bank holidays are planned for 2027.
Pro tip: Use the World Cup bank holiday (15 June 2026) as a long weekend – take Monday off (it’s already a holiday) and book Tuesday for a 4‑day break.
Family Planning: Scotland School Holidays vs Bank Holidays
Planning with Family requires knowing when schools close versus bank holidays. Not every bank holiday in Scotland aligns with school breaks.
Summary for Planning: Maximise Long Weekends
- Best long weekend 2026: 25–28 December (Christmas + Boxing Day substitute) – 4 days.
- Best for summer: 3 August 2026 (Summer) – schools are off anyway.
- World Cup bonus: 15 June 2026 – schools may close locally; confirm with your council.
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View UK Public HolidaysScotland School Holidays 2026–2027 Key Dates
| Event | 2026 Date | 2027 Date |
|---|---|---|
| Easter break | 3–14 April | 26 March – 9 April |
| Summer break | late June – mid August | late June – mid August |
| October break | 12–16 October | 11–15 October |
| Christmas break | 21 Dec – 5 Jan | 20 Dec – 4 Jan |
Always verify Scotland school holidays with your local council (e.g., Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen). UK School Holidays vary by region.
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FAQs
What are the Scottish bank holidays in 2026?
New Year’s Day, 2nd January, Good Friday, Early May, Spring, World Cup (15 June), Summer, St Andrew’s Day, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day (substitute) – 10 total.
Is Scotland getting an extra bank holiday?
Yes. Scotland gets one extra bank holiday in 2026 – Monday 15 June for the World Cup. No extra holiday in 2027.
Are Scottish bank holidays different to England?
Yes. Scotland has 2nd January and St Andrew’s Day. England does not. Scotland does not have Early May bank holiday moved for VE Day (unlike England in some years).
How many bank holidays does Scotland have a year?
Usually 9–10. In 2026: 10. In 2027: 9 (St Andrew’s Day falls on Tuesday – no substitute).
What are the 8 bank holidays in 2026?
There aren’t 8. Scotland has 10 bank holidays in 2026. The “8 holidays” myth refers to England & Wales.
Why does Scotland have more bank holidays?
Because Scotland observes 2nd January and St Andrew’s Day by law, while England has none of those. Scotland also kept the World Cup 2026 extra day.
Do Scotland get a bank holiday for the World Cup?
Yes – once. Monday 15 June 2026 is a full national World Cup holiday in Scotland. This is not repeated in 2027.
Useful Resources
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