There are 12 public holidays in Saint Kitts and Nevis in 2023, two of which fall on weekends: New Year's Day and National Heroes' Day.
New Year's Day
New Year Holiday, celebrated on January 1, 2023, is the first day of the year on the modern Gregorian calendar, and it is one of the most popular holidays in the world.
Carnival Day
Carnival Day is a public holiday in Saint Kitts and Nevis on January 2, 2023. Carnival Day is the last day of the Carnival celebrations on Saint Kitts island, and it is the country's most important event. The celebrations have all the important elements of Carnivals, such as colorful parades and street performances with music and dancing.
Good Friday
Good Friday is a Christian holiday celebrating the crucifixion of Jesus and his death at Calvary. It is observed on Friday immediately preceding Easter Sunday, April 7, 2023.
Easter Monday
Easter Monday is to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus, and it is the Monday after Easter Sunday. It is observed on April 10, 2023.
Labour Day
Labour Day is observed on May 1, 2023, and it celebrates the achievements of workers. The holiday originates in the eight-hour day movement, which is eight hours for work, eight hours for recreation, and eight hours for rest.
Whit Monday
Whit Monday, or Pentecost Monday, is a religious festival Christians celebrate. It falls on the day after Pentecost, the 50th day after Easter Sunday. In 2023, the holiday falls on May 29.
Emancipation Day
Emancipation Day is a public holiday in Saint Kitts and Nevis on August 7, 2023. The holiday commemorates when slavery was abolished in Saint Kitts and Nevis in 1934.
Culturama Day
Culturama Day is a public holiday in Saint Kitts and Nevis on August 8, 2023. It is a festival celebrating Nevis island's rich history, culture, and heritage.
National Heroes' Day
National Heroes' Day is a public holiday in Saint Kitts and Nevis on September 16, 2023. The holiday honors individuals who made significant contributions to the country.
Independence Day
Independence Day is a public holiday in Saint Kitts and Nevis on September 19, 2023. The holiday commemorates the anniversary of Saint Kitts and Nevis's independence from the United Kingdom in 1983.
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is celebrated on December 25, 2023, and commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. Christmas Day is a holiday of sharing. People exchange Christmas gifts and cards with families and friends.
Boxing Day
Boxing Day is also known as St. Stephen's Day and is widely known as a shopping holiday in some countries. It falls on December 26, 2023.
The following is the list of public holidays in Saint Kitts and Nevis 2023.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 01, 2023 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Carnival Day | Jan 02, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Good Friday | Apr 07, 2023 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Easter Monday | Apr 10, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Labour Day | May 01, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Whit Monday | May 29, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Emancipation Day | Aug 07, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Culturama Day | Aug 08, 2023 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| National Heroes' Day | Sep 16, 2023 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Independence Day | Sep 19, 2023 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Christmas Day | Dec 25, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Boxing Day | Dec 26, 2023 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
Please also check the working days in Saint Kitts and Nevis in 2023.