New Year's Day
1 January each year
New Year's Day is observed on 1 January across the United Kingdom. When 1 January falls on a weekend, the substitute bank holiday is observed on the following Monday. In Scotland, New Year is particularly celebrated through Hogmanay — one of the world's most famous New Year festivals — with spectacular events in Edinburgh, Glasgow and towns across the country. Edinburgh's Hogmanay street party and fireworks display is broadcast internationally. England and Wales also celebrate with fireworks on the Thames and city events. When 1 January falls on a Saturday, the Monday is the bank holiday; when it falls on a Sunday, the Monday is also the bank holiday.
Upcoming Dates
| Year | Actual Date | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Thursday, 1 January 2026 | Thursday, 1 January 2026 |
| 2027 | Friday, 1 January 2027 | Friday, 1 January 2027 |
| 2028 | Saturday, 1 January 2028 |
Monday, 3 January 2028
Mondayised Falls on a weekend — substitute bank holiday observed on a weekday |
Legal Basis
When is it observed?
1 January each year