🗓️ Worldwide Holiday Calendar
Public Holidays 2026 —
Worldwide Holiday Calendar
Find exact public holiday and school holiday dates for 200+ countries. Free, accurate, and updated annually.
Your Global Holiday Reference
CalendarGlobe is a free, comprehensive resource for public holidays and school holidays worldwide. Whether you're planning international travel, scheduling a cross-border business meeting, or simply need to know when schools are closed — we have the verified dates you need.
Our database covers nationwide public holidays, regional school holiday schedules, and interactive yearly calendars for every supported country. All data is sourced from official government publications and updated annually.
Public Holidays by Year
Browse public holidays and school holidays for any year worldwide.
Public Holidays by Country — 2026
Find official public holidays for every country. Click any country to see the complete list of national holidays, bank holidays, and regional observances for 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions about Public Holidays
What are the public holidays in 2026?
In 2026, public holidays vary by country. Most countries observe New Year's Day (1 Jan), Labour Day (1 May), and Christmas Day (25 Dec). Islamic countries observe Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. Christian countries observe Good Friday and Easter Monday. Use the search above or browse by country to see the complete list of public holidays for any country in 2026.
What is the difference between a public holiday and a bank holiday?
A public holiday is an official government-declared day off on which most businesses, schools, and offices are closed. A bank holiday is a term used primarily in the UK and Ireland — it means the same thing in practice. The name comes from the Bank Holidays Act 1871, which originally applied to banks. Today, all bank holidays are public holidays and vice versa in the UK context.
Which country has the most public holidays?
Cambodia has the most public holidays with around 28 per year. India and Sri Lanka also rank high. In Europe, Germany (with regional variations) and Greece have 13–15 days. The exact count depends on whether regional and optional holidays are included.
Are public holidays the same date every year?
Fixed public holidays — such as Christmas (25 Dec) or Independence Day — occur on the same date every year. But some holidays follow religious or lunar calendars and shift annually: Easter, Eid al-Fitr, and Eid al-Adha all fall on different dates each year. CalendarGlobe shows the exact dates for every holiday from 2024 to 2031.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend?
In most countries — including the USA, UK, Australia, and most of Europe — if a public holiday falls on Saturday or Sunday, it is "observed" on the nearest Monday instead. This is called a substitute or "in lieu" holiday. Some countries simply lose the holiday, while others may add an extra day. CalendarGlobe always shows the official observed date.
When are the school holidays in Europe?
School holidays in Europe vary by country and region. In general: summer holidays run late June to early September; Christmas holidays are about 2 weeks in late December; Easter holidays are 1–2 weeks in March or April. Exact dates differ significantly by country and even by state — for example, Germany's 16 states each have different school holiday schedules. CalendarGlobe lists exact school holiday dates for all European countries.
About CalendarGlobe Holiday Data
All public holiday and school holiday dates on CalendarGlobe are sourced directly from official government publications, national ministries of education, and verified local authorities. Our holiday database covers 200 countries across all continents, with data from 2024 through 2031. Data is reviewed and updated annually as governments publish their official schedules.