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Public Holiday Nationwide

National Labour Day (observed)

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🏪 What's open

  • Banks Closed
  • Government offices Closed
  • Schools Closed
  • Shops Varies
  • Restaurants Varies
  • Public transit Reduced
  • Stock market Closed
  • Post office Closed

🛋️ Long weekend potential

3-Day Block
SAT 22 Weekend
SUN 23 Weekend
MON 24 Holiday

3-day weekend (May 22 – May 24)

📣 Traveler notes

Jamaica is a Caribbean island known for its relaxed beach culture and vibrant reggae music scene. Tourists visit northern coastal areas such as Montego Bay, Ocho Rios, and Negril, experiencing a blend of dynamic African heritage and tropical atmosphere.

  • New Year's Day: January 1
  • Easter (date varies)
  • Labour Day: May 23
  • Independence Day: August 6
  • Heroes Day: October 17

About this holiday

National Labour Day (observed) is a public holiday in Jamaica, observed on May 23rd.