In 2029, May Bank Holiday falls on a Monday, giving many a long weekend.
About May Bank Holiday
The May Bank Holiday is a public holiday in Ireland, observed on the first Monday of May each year. It gives workers a long weekend and traditionally marks the start of the summer season. Introduced in 1994, it aligns Ireland with a wider European tradition of an early-May holiday. Shops, offices and schools generally close, and many people use the day for outings.
On the May Bank Holiday many Irish families take advantage of the long weekend to visit the coast, go hiking or attend local festivals. In older folk tradition, the first of May, known as Bealtaine, celebrated the arrival of summer with bonfires and gatherings. Today the mood is more relaxed, with sporting fixtures, food markets and community events drawing crowds across towns and villages.
May Bank Holiday · 2025–2030
Frequently asked questions
When is May Bank Holiday 2029 in Ireland?
Monday, Monday, 7 May 2029.
Is May Bank Holiday a public holiday in Ireland?
May Bank Holiday — Public holiday (Ireland).