When are the upcoming UK Bank Holidays?

Here is the full list of the upcoming Bank Holidays in the UK and how to make the most of them. Manchester is buzzing with things to do on the holidays. From music festivals, theatre, markets, and exhibitions to relaxing sound baths, there is something for everyone to enjoy the bank holidays in Manchester.

2024 UK Bank Holidays 

Summer Bank Holiday: Monday 26 August 2024

See what's on the August Bank Holiday weekend here.

Read our blog post on 50 things to do in Manchester this summer here.

Christmas Day: Wednesday 25 December 2024

Here are 51 Things to do this Christmas in Manchester

See what's on this Christmas in Manchester.

Discover festive events happening across Manchester.

Find out all the information on Manchester Christmas Markets 2024 here.

Check our recommendations for the best places for Christmas Shopping in Manchester.

Boxing Day: Thursday 26 December 2024

See what's happening on Bank Holiday in Manchester here.

2025 UK Bank Holidays

New Year’s Day: Monday 1 January 2025

View what's on in Manchester on New Year's Day here.

Good Friday: Friday 18 April 2025

Find things to do on Good Friday in Manchester here.

Easter Monday: Monday 21 April 2025

See things to do on easter weekend here.

Early May bank holiday: Monday 5  May 2025

See what's on in Manchester for the early May Bank Holiday

Spring Bank Holiday: Monday 26 May 2025

See what's on this Spring Bank Holiday in Manchester here.

Summer Bank Holiday: Monday 25 August 2025

See what's on the August Bank Holiday weekend here.

Christmas Day: Thursday 25 December 2025

Here are 51 Things to do this Christmas in Manchester

See what's on this Christmas in Manchester.

Discover festive events happening across Manchester.

Find out all the information on Manchester Christmas Markets 2024 here.

Check our recommendations for the best places for Christmas Shopping in Manchester.

Boxing Day: Friday 26 December 2025

See what's happening on Bank Holiday in Manchester here.