Jamaica
Holidays & Observances in Jamaica
Jamaica is an island in the Caribbean. Its culture is a mixture of West Indian, African, and European traditions. These influences have come together to shape modern Jamaica’s unique culture. Many aspects of Jamaican culture such as jerk chicken and reggae music are widely known around the world. Christianity is the most practiced religion, and its holidays are probably the most important in the country. Holidays in Jamaica are celebrated enthusiastically with parades and colorful traditions.
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Country Observances
| Holiday Date | Country Holiday | Common Observance | Observance Type | Religion/Belief |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maundy Thursday | Maundy Thursday | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity | |
| Easter | Easter | Religious/Beliefs, Popular & Widely Observed | Christianity | |
| Easter Monday | Easter Monday | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity | |
| Emancipation Day | Emancipation Day | Public | ||
| Independence Day Jamaica | Independence Day | Public | ||
| Christmas Eve | Christmas | Religious/Beliefs, Popular & Widely Observed | Christianity | |
| Christmas | Christmas | Public, Religious/Beliefs, Popular & Widely Observed | Christianity | |
| Boxing Day - St. Stephen's Day | Boxing Day - St. Stephen's Day | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity | |
| Mardi Gras - Shrove Tuesday / Fat Tuesday | Mardi Gras - Shrove Tuesday | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity | |
| Maundy Thursday | Maundy Thursday | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity |