Emancipation Day
Nationwide public holiday in Belize
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 August | Saturday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 2 August | Monday | Emancipation Day (observed) Observed day off for Emancipation Day (Sun 1 Aug) |
Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.
Where it applies
Everywhere in Belize.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Typical weather in Belmopan around 1 August: high 31°C (88°F), low 25°C (76°F), rain on 71% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Belmopan. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Saturday 1 August in Belmopan: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Belize
Thursday, 10 September 2026
Emancipation Day in other countries
Bahamas
Barbados
Bermuda
Cayman Islands
Dominica
Grenada
Jamaica
Montserrat
Puerto Rico
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
More for Belize
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.