May Holidays 2027
Browse public holidays, bank holidays, office holidays and observances around the world in May 2027.
May 2027 at a glance
Database-derived signals for navigating the worldwide calendar below.
632Total listings
213Countries represented
628Public-holiday records
May 1Busiest date · 162 listings
86Confirmed · 546 provisional
Widely listed holidays
Holiday identities appearing across the most country calendars in this dataset.
Holiday density by date
Dates with the largest number of worldwide listings.
Countries with the most listings
Activity counts reflect records, not guaranteed nationwide closure days.
Upcoming in May 2027
The next dates in this month on or after October 4, 2026.
Planning snapshot
Use these category counts as prompts to verify local calendars, not as universal closure claims.
Offices10 office-flagged listings. Employer policies and observed days can differ.
Banks12 bank-flagged listings. Branch and payment schedules remain institution-specific.
Schools10 school-flagged listings. Term dates and regional calendars may differ.
TravelMay 1 has the highest listing density; check destinations directly.
Holidays in May 2027
632 of 632 holiday listings shown across 213 countries.
No listings match these filters.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many holiday listings are in May 2027?
632 active holiday listings across 213 countries are currently recorded for May 2027.
What is the busiest holiday date in May 2027?
The busiest date in the current data is May 1, 2027 with 162 listings. This is a listing count, not a claim that every workplace closes.
Are all May listings public holidays?
No. The calendar can include public, bank, office and school holidays as well as observances. Use the type filter and check the linked country calendar for local scope.
How should I use this worldwide holiday calendar?
Use it to identify dates and countries that may affect planning, then confirm closure rules, observed dates and regional coverage on the relevant country calendar.
Compare months in 2027
Move through the year with listing and country counts for context.