Bermuda Public Holidays 2025
Bermuda has 10 public holidays and 0 observances in 2025. Explore the full holiday calendar below.
All Holidays
| Date | Day | Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Wed | New Year's Day | public |
| 18 Apr | Fri | Good Friday | public |
| 30 May | Fri | Bermuda Day | public |
| 16 Jun | Mon | National Heroes Day | public |
| 31 Jul | Thu | Emancipation Day | public |
| 1 Aug | Fri | Somers' Day | public |
| 1 Sep | Mon | Labour Day | public |
| 11 Nov | Tue | Remembrance Day | public |
| 25 Dec | Thu | Christmas Day | public |
| 26 Dec | Fri | Boxing Day | public |
About Bermuda's Holidays
Bermuda’s holidays mix British style public days, Christian observances, and local cultural festivals. People mark New Year and the big Christian dates like Good Friday and Easter with church, family meals, and time off work.
National and civic holidays include Bermuda Day in late May and national recognition days for Bermudian identity. Government offices and banks close for many of these dates, so daily routines slow and celebrations fill the streets.
Cultural life centers on Cup Match, a two day cricket holiday tied to Emancipation and Somers Day. It is one of the most loved events, with picnics, music, and strong community spirit.
The year ends with Christmas and Boxing Day, times for family, food, and bright local traditions.
Holiday Traditions
In Bermuda people celebrate holidays with lively music, bright costumes and Gombey dancers. Gombeys are fast drummers and colorful dancers who mix African, Caribbean and British influences. They often perform in parades and at community events.
Families gather for church, big meals and relaxed time together. Homes fill with traditional foods like fish chowder, seafood, and sweet cakes. Rum and local drinks may be served at adult gatherings. Picnics and barbecues on the beach are common for sunny holidays.
Public celebrations include parades, brass bands and fireworks. Streets and parks become places to meet neighbors and friends. People of all ages join in, combining old customs with modern island fun.
Travel Tips
Visiting Bermuda (bm) during the holiday season means some banks, government offices, and many small shops are closed on public holidays. Restaurants and hotels usually stay open but may have special hours or set menus.
Public buses and ferries run but often on reduced schedules. Taxis are available but can be busy and more expensive during holidays. Book airport transfers and any guided tours ahead of time to avoid waits.
The island gets crowded around Christmas and New Year and when cruise ships dock. Popular beaches and restaurants fill up fast. Weekends are busier than weekdays.
Plan by checking business hours in advance, booking lodging and transport early, carrying some cash, dressing in layers for variable weather, and keeping emergency contacts handy.