2 January 2026 — Scotland, United Kingdom
2 January 2026 · Friday
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What is 2 January?
The 2 January bank holiday applies in Scotland only. GOV.UK may publish a substitute date when 2 January falls at the weekend or when the New Year's Day substitute already occupies the Monday.
The page uses the observed Scottish date from the official list. For 2028, New Year's Day moves to Monday 3 January and the 2 January holiday is observed on Tuesday 4 January.
England and Wales and Northern Ireland do not have this additional January bank holiday in their GOV.UK divisions, so the page labels its scope as Scotland rather than UK-wide.
- Applies in:
- nation (Scotland)
Dates in other years
| Year | Weekday | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Thursday | 2 January 2025 | Fixed |
| 2026 | Friday | 2 January 2026 | Fixed |
| 2027 | Monday | 4 January 2027 | Fixed |
| 2028 | Tuesday | 4 January 2028 | Fixed |
Frequently asked questions
- When is 2 January 2026?
- In 2026, 2 January falls on 2 January 2026 (Friday).
- Where is 2 January a bank holiday?
- It is listed for Scotland, not for England and Wales or Northern Ireland.
- Can the 2 January bank holiday be observed on 4 January?
- Yes. This happens when weekend substitutions place New Year's Day on the Monday and the Scottish 2 January holiday on the Tuesday.
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Verified by the Calendana editorial team · Last updated: 29 July 2026