Liberation Day
Nationwide public holiday in Falkland Islands
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 14 June | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 15 June | Monday | Liberation Day (observed) Observed day off for Liberation Day (Sun 14 Jun) |
| 2027 | 14 June | Monday | Nationwide |
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 Falkland Islands.
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.
Make it longer
Sat 12 Jun – Mon 14 Jun is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Stanley around 14 June: high 5°C (41°F), low 3°C (37°F), rain on 41% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Stanley. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Monday 14 June in Stanley: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Falkland Islands
Monday, 4 October 2027
Liberation Day in other countries
South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands
Afghanistan
Albania
Bulgaria
Cuba
Gabon
Guernsey
Italy
Jersey
Kuwait
Libya
North Korea
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.