Bank holidays 2026 in Europe

Bank holidays can affect day-to-day business operations. Payment processing slows, settlements may be delayed, and support availability can shift – especially for companies working across multiple countries.

Another consideration is that holiday calendars across Europe are far from uniform. Some holidays apply only to specific regions, and a normal business day in one market can be a public holiday in another. That’s why having a clear overview makes planning ahead much easier.Below you will find an overview of the main 2026 bank holidays across key European markets.

Bank holidays in Germany

Germany’s public holidays vary by federal state. Epiphany (January 6) and Assumption Day (August 15) are observed only in certain states.

• January 1: New Year’s Day
• April 3: Good Friday
• April 6: Easter Monday
• May 1: Labour Day
• May 14: Ascension Day
• May 24: Whit Sunday
• May 25: Whit Monday
• October 3: Day of German Unity
• December 25: Christmas Day
• December 26: Boxing Day

Bank holidays in Austria

Austria’s holidays are strongly influenced by Catholic traditions and are observed nationwide.

• January 1: New Year’s Day
• January 6: Epiphany
• April 3: Good Friday
• April 6: Easter Monday
• May 1: Labour Day
• May 14: Ascension Day
• May 25: Whit Monday
• August 15: Assumption Day
• October 26: National Day
• November 1: All Saints’ Day
• December 25: Christmas Day
• December 26: St. Stephen’s Day

Bank holidays in the Netherlands

Compared to many European countries, the Netherlands has a relatively compact bank holiday calendar, shaped by Christian observances and fixed-date public holidays.

• January 1: New Year’s Day
• April 3: Good Friday
• April 6: Easter Monday
• May 14: Ascension Day
• May 24: Whit Sunday
• December 25: Christmas Day
• December 26: Boxing Day

Bank holidays in the United Kingdom

Bank holidays in the UK vary by region.

England and Wales

• January 1: New Year’s Day
• April 3: Good Friday
• April 6: Easter Monday
• May 4: Early May Bank Holiday
• May 25: Spring Bank Holiday
• August 31: Summer Bank Holiday
• December 25: Christmas Day
• December 28: Boxing Day 

Scotland

• January 1: New Year’s Day
• January 2: 2nd January
• April 3: Good Friday
• May 4: Early May Bank Holiday
• May 25: Spring Bank Holiday
• August 3: Summer Bank Holiday
• December 25: Christmas Day
• December 28: Boxing Day

Northern Ireland

• January 1: New Year’s Day
• March 17: St. Patrick’s Day
• April 3: Good Friday
• April 6: Easter Monday
• May 4: Early May Bank Holiday
• May 25: Spring Bank Holiday
• July 13: Battle of the Boyne 
• August 31: Summer Bank Holiday
• December 25: Christmas Day
• December 28: Boxing Day

Bank holidays in Italy

Italy combines national and religious holidays, with strong nationwide observance.

• January 1: New Year’s Day
• January 6: Epiphany
• April 5: Easter Sunday
• April 25: Liberation Day
• May 1: Labour Day
• June 2: Republic Day
• August 15: Assumption Day
• November 1: All Saints’ Day
• December 8: Immaculate Conception 
• December 25: Christmas Day
• December 26: St. Stephen’s Day

Bank holidays in France

Some holidays in France, such as Good Friday, apply only in Alsace-Moselle.

• January 1: New Year’s Day
• April 3: Good Friday (regional)
• April 6: Easter Monday
• May 1: Labour Day
• May 8: Victory in Europe Day
• May 14: Ascension Day
• July 14: Bastille Day
• August 15: Assumption Day
• November 1: All Saints’ Day
• November 11: Armistice Day
• December 25: Christmas Day

Bank holidays in Finland

Finland’s holidays reflect both Christian traditions and seasonal observances.

• January 1: New Year’s Day
• April 3: Good Friday
• April 6: Easter Monday
• May 1: Labour Day
• June 20: Midsummer Day
• December 6: Independence Day
• December 25: Christmas Day
• December 26: Boxing Day

Bank holidays in Spain

Spain observes a mix of national and regional holidays. Some dates may vary by autonomous community.

• January 1: New Year’s Day
• January 6: Epiphany
• April 5: Easter Sunday
• May 1: Labour Day
• August 15: Assumption Day
• October 12: National Day
• November 1: All Saints’ Day
• December 6: Constitution Day
• December 8: Immaculate Conception
• December 25: Christmas Day

Bank holidays in Portugal

Portugal’s calendar combines historical and religious holidays.

• January 1: New Year’s Day
• April 25: Freedom Day
• May 1: Labour Day
• June 10: Portugal Day
• August 15: Assumption Day
• October 5: Republic Day
• November 1: All Saints’ Day
• December 1: Restoration of Independence 
• December 8: Immaculate Conception 
• December 25: Christmas Day