Early May bank holiday 2025
Early May bank holiday 2025 fell on Monday 5 May.
Public holiday
Early May bank holiday 2025 at a glance
- Date
- Monday, 5 May 2025
- Day of the week
- Monday
- Week number
- Week 19
- Day of the year
- Day 125 of 365
- Day off
- Yes, nationwide
Dates calculated from the statutory rules. Source: GOV.UK: UK bank holidays. More about our sources
Long weekend or extra day off?
Early May bank holiday falls on a Monday in 2025. That makes a long weekend of 3 days: from Saturday 3 May to Monday 5 May. Whether you actually have the day off depends on your employer or sector.
Early May bank holiday in 2024, 2025 and 2026
Early May bank holiday falls on a different date every year. In 2025 it is one day earlier than in 2024, when it fell on Monday, 6 May 2024. In 2026, Early May bank holiday falls on Monday, 4 May 2026.
Early May bank holiday and the school holidays
Early May bank holiday 2025 falls outside the school holidays.
Other holidays in 2025
- Easter MondayMonday, 21 April 2025
Frequently asked questions
What day is Early May bank holiday in 2025?
In 2025, Early May bank holiday fell on Monday 5 May, in week 19.
Is Early May bank holiday 2025 a day off?
Yes, Early May bank holiday is a public holiday in the United Kingdom.