Solomon Islands holiday calendar
Public holidays in Solomon Islands 2026
Calendar compilation last reviewed
Plan the year with every Solomon Islands public holiday, regional date and major cultural observance in our calendar. Each entry links to a detailed guide covering its history, status, traditions and sources.
- Public holidays
- 9
- Regional dates
- 9
- Observances
- 1
- Substitute dates
- 0
How public holidays work in Solomon Islands
The calendar separates public holidays from regional dates and cultural observances. Public holidays are the broadest category in our Solomon Islands calendar. Regional holidays may apply only in a particular state, province, territory or community, while an observance does not automatically mean that workplaces, schools or public services close.
No separate substitute dates are currently listed for 2026. Weekend and time-off rules can still vary by employer, region and holiday, so consult the linked guide and primary source before making arrangements. June is the busiest month, with 4 listed dates.
Solomon Islands holiday dates in 2026
The table lists 19 calendar entries. Follow a holiday name for its full background, observance details and traditions.
| Date | Holiday | Type | Observed day |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's DayThe national public holiday beginning the civil year in Solomon Islands. The entry distinguishes its legal reach and practical calendar status for readers. | Public holiday | — | |
| Choiseul Province DayA provincial public holiday appointed for Choiseul Province. The entry distinguishes its legal reach and practical calendar status for readers. | Regional public holiday | — | |
| Good FridayA national public holiday during Holy Week, observed by the country's Christian communities. | Public holiday | — | |
| Holy SaturdayThe Saturday of Easter weekend, expressly gazetted as a Solomon Islands national public holiday. | Public holiday | — | |
| Easter MondayThe national public holiday completing the Solomon Islands Easter weekend. The entry distinguishes its legal reach and practical calendar status for readers. | Public holiday | — | |
| Whit MondayA national public holiday on the Monday after Pentecost. The entry distinguishes its legal reach and practical calendar status for readers. | Public holiday | — | |
| Isabel Province DayA provincial public holiday appointed for Isabel Province. The entry distinguishes its legal reach and practical calendar status for readers. | Regional public holiday | — | |
| Temotu Province DayA provincial public holiday appointed for Temotu Province. The entry distinguishes its legal reach and practical calendar status for readers. | Regional public holiday | — | |
| King's BirthdayA national public holiday marking the official birthday of the King of Solomon Islands. | Public holiday | — | |
| Central Province DayA provincial public holiday appointed for Central Province. The entry distinguishes its legal reach and practical calendar status for readers. | Regional public holiday | — | |
| Independence DayThe national day commemorating independence on July 7, 1978. The entry distinguishes its legal reach and practical calendar status for readers. | Public holiday | — | |
| Renbel Province DayA provincial public holiday appointed for Rennell and Bellona (Renbel) Province. The entry distinguishes its legal reach and practical calendar status for readers. | Regional public holiday | — | |
| Guadalcanal Province DayA provincial public holiday appointed for Guadalcanal Province. The entry distinguishes its legal reach and practical calendar status for readers. | Regional public holiday | — | |
| Cultural HeritageA non-statutory marker for the living languages, arts and customary cultures of Solomon Islands. | Cultural observance | — | |
| Makira-Ulawa Province DayA provincial public holiday appointed for Makira-Ulawa Province. The entry distinguishes its legal reach and practical calendar status for readers. | Regional public holiday | — | |
| Malaita Province DayA provincial public holiday appointed for Malaita Province. The entry distinguishes its legal reach and practical calendar status for readers. | Regional public holiday | — | |
| Western Province DayA provincial public holiday appointed for Western Province. The entry distinguishes its legal reach and practical calendar status for readers. | Regional public holiday | — | |
| Christmas DayA nationwide Christmas public holiday shaped by worship, family and island hospitality. | Public holiday | — | |
| National Day of ThanksgivingThe public holiday extending the Solomon Islands Christmas season with thanksgiving and community time. | Public holiday | — |
Sources for Solomon Islands holidays
Calendar dates and classifications are checked against the primary calendar sources below. Historical and cultural claims have additional citations on each individual holiday guide.
- solomons.gov.sbPrimary calendar source