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Spring Bank Holiday (Gibraltar)

May 25, 2026
The Spring Bank Holiday in Gibraltar

The Spring Bank Holiday in Gibraltar offers residents a relaxing break as spring turns to summer. It provides a long weekend for rest, leisure and family activities. Many people take the opportunity to enjoy Gibraltar's beaches, nature trails or local events, marking the transition to warmer months with a spirit of renewal and community.

When is the Spring Bank Holiday?

The Spring Bank Holiday in Gibraltar is celebrated on the last Monday in May.

The following is the list of the Spring Bank Holiday from 2020 to 2049.

HolidayDateWeekday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 25, 2020Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 31, 2021Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 30, 2022Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 29, 2023Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 27, 2024Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 26, 2025Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 25, 2026Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 31, 2027Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 29, 2028Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 28, 2029Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 27, 2030Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 26, 2031Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 31, 2032Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 30, 2033Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 29, 2034Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 28, 2035Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 26, 2036Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 25, 2037Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 31, 2038Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 30, 2039Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 28, 2040Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 27, 2041Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 26, 2042Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 25, 2043Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 30, 2044Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 29, 2045Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 28, 2046Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 27, 2047Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 25, 2048Monday
Spring Bank HolidayMay 31, 2049Monday

The History of the Spring Bank Holiday?

The Spring Bank Holiday originated in the United Kingdom through the Bank Holidays Act of 1871, introduced by Sir John Lubbock. The Act established official holidays for banks and businesses, giving workers fixed days of rest each year.

Initially, the late May holiday was tied to Whit Monday, the day after Pentecost, a Christian feast celebrating the descent of the Holy Spirit. Because Whit Monday was a movable feast, its date changed each year, depending on the timing of Easter.

To simplify the holiday calendar, the UK passed the Banking and Financial Dealings Act of 1971, moving the observance from Whit Monday to the last Monday in May. This change provided a consistent, predictable date and created a reliable long weekend at the end of spring. The holiday also evolved from a religious observance to a secular celebration of rest and leisure, reflecting modern working life.

As a British Overseas Territory, Gibraltar traditionally follows the UK's system of bank and public holidays, adapting them to its local calendar and culture. The Spring Bank Holiday was formally introduced into Gibraltar's list of public holidays in the 1970s, around the same time as the UK reform.

In Gibraltar, the Spring Bank Holiday is a non-religious, family-oriented day. Schools, government offices and most businesses close, giving the whole community a chance to rest.

Today, the Spring Bank Holiday in Gibraltar symbolizes rest, renewal, and balance, a pause before the busy summer months.

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May 25, 2026
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