Grenada Public Holidays 2025
Grenada has 13 public holidays and 6 observances in 2025. Explore the full holiday calendar below.
All Holidays
| Date | Day | Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Wed | New Year's Day | public |
| 7 Feb | Fri | Independence Day | public |
| 18 Apr | Fri | Good Friday | public |
| 20 Apr | Sun | Easter Sunday | observance |
| 21 Apr | Mon | Easter Monday | public |
| 24 Apr | Thu | Carriacou Maroon and String Band Music Festival | observance |
| 1 May | Thu | Labour Day | public |
| 8 Jun | Sun | Pentecost | observance |
| 9 Jun | Mon | Whit Monday | public |
| 19 Jun | Thu | Corpus Christi | public |
| 4 Aug | Mon | Emancipation Day | public |
| 11 Aug | Mon | Carnival Monday | public |
| 12 Aug | Tue | Carnival Tuesday | public |
| 1 Sep | Mon | Kirani Day | observance |
| 15 Oct | Wed | Aunty Tek Spice Word Festival | observance |
| 25 Oct | Sat | Thanksgiving Day | public |
| 4 Dec | Thu | Camerhogne Folk Festival | observance |
| 25 Dec | Thu | Christmas Day | public |
| 26 Dec | Fri | Boxing Day | public |
About Grenada's Holidays
Grenada’s holidays mix national, public, and cultural events. Some mark history and politics, while others come from religion or island traditions. People celebrate with parades, church services, family gatherings, music, and food.
The biggest national date is Independence Day in February. It brings official ceremonies, speeches, school events, and community pride. Flags and national colours are everywhere as people remember independence and unity.
The largest cultural festival is Carnival or Spicemas in August. It features soca and calypso music, J’ouvert, costume mas, and street parades. It is a lively time that draws locals and visitors together.
Religious holidays like Easter and Christmas are widely observed with church services and family meals. Public holidays such as Labour Day and Emancipation Day also mark work rights and the end of slavery, celebrated across the islands.
Holiday Traditions
In Grenada (gd) holidays mix African, European, and Caribbean traditions. People dress in bright clothes and wear flowers or headwraps. Rituals often include church services, storytelling, and giving thanks for community and harvest.
Food is central. Families cook stews with local spices, fresh fish, breadfruit, and nutmeg recipes. Sweet cakes and rum punch are common. Meals bring relatives together for long, warm gatherings where children play and elders share memories.
Public celebrations are lively. Towns hold parades with drums, calypso, and steelpan bands. Market stalls sell crafts and spices. Fireworks and dancing in the streets keep the mood joyful as neighbors meet and celebrate together.
Travel Tips
Visiting Grenada (gd) during the holiday season means some government offices, banks, and shops close or have short hours. Tourist spots and hotels usually stay open but may change hours for celebrations.
Public buses and interisland ferries often run reduced schedules. Taxis and rental cars are available but book in advance. Maurice Bishop International Airport is much busier, so arrive early and confirm flights and transfers.
Beaches, markets, and popular restaurants get crowded around major holidays and events. Hotels and tours fill up fast, so reserve early and expect higher prices during peak days.
Carry some cash for small shops. Check opening times before you go. Be flexible with plans and enjoy local food and music.