Planning time off around Singapore Bank Holidays? You’re not alone. Whether it’s New Year’s Day, Chinese New Year, Hari Raya Puasa, Good Friday, Labour Day, Hari Raya Haji, Vesak Day, National Day, Deepavali, Christmas Day, Thaipusam, or Easter Sunday – knowing the gazetted public holidays saves you from last-minute surprises.
These national holiday and observance dates include Muslim holiday, Hindu holiday, Christian holiday, and even seasonal equinox moments like March Equinox, June Solstice, September Equinox, and December Solstice. Some dates are tentative date or subject to confirmation, but we’ve got you covered with replacement public holiday rules and bank closure Singapore insights.
Official Gazetted Public Holidays in Singapore
Singapore Bank Holidays for 2026
Below is the official list of Singapore bank holidays for 2026.
| Date | Day | Holiday Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2026 | Thursday | New Year’s Day |
| 17 Feb 2026 | Tuesday | Chinese New Year |
| 18 Feb 2026 | Wednesday | Chinese New Year (2nd Day) |
| 21 Mar 2026 | Saturday | Hari Raya Puasa* |
| 3 Apr 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 1 May 2026 | Friday | Labour Day |
| 27 May 2026 | Wednesday | Hari Raya Haji* |
| 31 May 2026 | Sunday | Vesak Day |
| 9 Aug 2026 | Sunday | National Day |
| 8 Nov 2026 | Sunday | Deepavali |
| 25 Dec 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day |
Singapore Bank Holidays for 2027
Here are the Singapore bank holidays for 2027.
| Date | Day | Holiday Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2027 | Friday | New Year’s Day |
| 6 Feb 2027 | Saturday | Chinese New Year |
| 7 Feb 2027 | Sunday | Chinese New Year (2nd Day) |
| 10 Mar 2027 | Wednesday | Hari Raya Puasa* |
| 26 Mar 2027 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 1 May 2027 | Saturday | Labour Day |
| 17 May 2027 | Monday | Hari Raya Haji* |
| 20 May 2027 | Thursday | Vesak Day |
| 9 Aug 2027 | Monday | National Day |
| 28 Oct 2027 | Thursday | Deepavali |
| 25 Dec 2027 | Saturday | Christmas Day |
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Singapore Bank Holidays for 2028
Below are the list of Singapore bank holidays and dates for 2028.
| Date | Day | Holiday Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2028 | Saturday | New Year’s Day |
| 26 Jan 2028 | Wednesday | Chinese New Year |
| 27 Jan 2028 | Thursday | Chinese New Year (2nd Day) |
| 27 Feb 2028 | Sunday | Hari Raya Puasa* |
| 14 Apr 2028 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 1 May 2028 | Monday | Labour Day |
| 5 May 2028 | Friday | Hari Raya Haji* |
| 8 May 2028 | Monday | Vesak Day |
| 9 Aug 2028 | Wednesday | National Day |
| 15 Nov 2028 | Wednesday | Deepavali |
| 25 Dec 2028 | Monday | Christmas Day |
Replacement Holidays for Sunday Public Holidays
When a gazetted public holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday becomes a replacement public holiday. This ensures you don’t lose a day off. Banks follow this rule strictly.
Examples from 2026:
- Vesak Day (31 May Sunday) → Off on Monday, 1 June
- National Day (9 Aug Sunday) → Off on Monday, 10 Aug
- Deepavali (8 Nov Sunday) → Off on Monday, 9 Nov
Also Read: Malaysia Bank Holidays
Religious & Observance Days (Non-Banking but Relevant)
| Observance | Typical Date | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Thaipusam | Jan/Feb | Hindu observance |
| Total Defense Day | 15 Feb | National observance |
| Ramadan Start | Mar (variable) | Muslim observance |
| International Women’s Day | 8 Mar | Global observance |
| April Fool’s Day | 1 Apr | Informal |
| Easter Saturday | Day before Easter | Christian observance |
| Mother’s Day | 2nd Sunday of May | Observance |
| International Museum Day | 18 May | Cultural |
| Father’s Day | 3rd Sunday of June | Observance |
| Singapore Armed Forces Day | 1 Jul | National |
| Racial Harmony Day | 21 Jul | National |
| Christmas Eve | 24 Dec | Christian observance |
| New Year’s Eve | 31 Dec | Observance |
| Valentine’s Day | 14 Feb | Observance |
Plan Your Year with Confidence
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Plan your long weekends now – your future self will thank you.
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FAQs
Are banks closed on Thaipusam in Singapore?
No. Thaipusam is a Hindu holiday but not a gazetted public holiday, so banks remain open.
What happens if a Singapore bank holiday falls on a Saturday?
No replacement day. Saturday is not a standard working day for most banks, so no additional off day is given.
Is Good Friday a bank holiday in Singapore?
Yes. Good Friday is a Christian holiday and one of the 11 gazetted public holidays – banks are fully closed.
Does Hari Raya Haji date change every year?
Yes. It follows the Islamic calendar, so it’s a tentative date until confirmed by moon sighting.
Will banks close on Christmas Eve in Singapore?
No. Christmas Eve is an observance, not a national holiday. Banks close only on Christmas Day.
Are replacement public holidays paid for bank employees?
Yes. Replacement holidays carry the same paid status as the original public holiday.