Leap Day in the United Kingdom
Tuesday, February 29, 2028 ยท Europe/London
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When is Leap Day in the United Kingdom in 2028?
Leap Day in the United Kingdom is on Tuesday, February 29, 2028 (Europe/London). As of October 14, 2026, thatโs 503 days ยท about 72 weeks ยท about 17 months. It falls on a Tuesday.
Is Leap Day a public holiday in the United Kingdom?
Leap Day is widely observed in the United Kingdom, but it is not a nationwide public holiday. Some regions may still observe it locally.
How the United Kingdom celebrates
Britain keeps the old folklore of women proposing on February 29, alongside toasts with the Leap Day cocktail invented at London's Savoy Hotel in 1928.
What people eat
The Savoy's Leap Day cocktail and celebratory birthday cakes for leaplings.