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August Monday
Montserrat

August Monday 2024, 2025 and 2026 in Montserrat

The first Monday of August in Montserrat is a public holiday called August Monday. Sometimes, it is also referred to as Emancipation Day since its basis is to commemorate the Abolition of Slavery in the British Empire on 1 August in the year 1833.

YearDateDayHoliday
20245 AugMonAugust Monday
20254 AugMonAugust Monday
20263 AugMonAugust Monday
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Although the first day of August was the day when the Abolition Act went into effect in Montserrat and in other UK possessions, the holiday was moved to the first Monday of the month to create a three day weekend. In many Caribbean states, the first Monday of August is also the first day of the Carnival Season, but in Montserrat, Carnival comes in December instead.

On August Monday, many head to the beaches to sun themselves, swim, and participate in water sports. They may also conduct barbecues on the sand or at home, go out to eat, or visit museums or cultural exhibits to learn about the fall of slavery in Montserrat and beyond.

Previous Years

YearDateDayHoliday
20237 AugMonAugust Monday
20221 AugMonAugust Monday
20212 AugMonAugust Monday
20203 AugMonAugust Monday
20195 AugMonAugust Monday
20186 AugMonAugust Monday
20177 AugMonAugust Monday