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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.
Country Observances
Holiday Date | Country Holiday | Observance Type | Religion/Belief |
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Emancipation Day | Public | ||
Independence Day Jamaica | Public | ||
Christmas Eve | Religious/Beliefs, Popular | Christianity | |
Christmas | Public, Religious/Beliefs, Popular | Christianity | |
Boxing Day - St. Stephen's Day | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity | |
New Years Eve | Popular | ||
New Year's Day | Popular | ||
Mardi Gras - Shrove Tuesday / Fat Tuesday | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity | |
International Women's Day | Popular | ||
Maundy Thursday | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity | |
Easter | Religious/Beliefs, Popular | Christianity | |
Easter Monday | Religious/Beliefs | Christianity |