Public Holidays in Belgium (2026)
10 public holidays and 8 observances in 2026.
Overview
- Country
- Belgium
- Year
- 2026
- Public Holidays
- 10
- Observances
- 8
- Next Holiday
- Labour Day (Fri, May 1)
All Holidays (2026)
Public holidays are official days off when most businesses and government offices are closed. Observances are widely recognized occasions, but businesses typically remain open.
| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, Jan 1 | New Year's Day | Public |
| Tue, Jan 6 | Epiphany | Observance |
| Sat, Feb 14 | Valentine's Day | Observance |
| Sun, Apr 5 | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| Mon, Apr 6 | Easter Monday | Public |
| Fri, May 1 | Labour Day | Public |
| Sun, May 10 | Mother's Day | Observance |
| Thu, May 14 | Ascension Day | Public |
| Sun, May 24 | Pentecost | Observance |
| Mon, May 25 | Whit Monday | Public |
| Tue, Jul 21 | National Holiday | Public |
| Sat, Aug 15 | Assumption | Public |
| Sun, Nov 1 | All Saints' Day | Public |
| Mon, Nov 2 | All Souls' Day | Observance |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Armistice | Public |
| Sun, Nov 15 | Fête du Roi | Observance |
| Sun, Dec 6 | Saint Nicholas | Observance |
| Fri, Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many public holidays does Belgium have in 2026?
- Belgium has 10 public holidays in 2026.
- What is the next public holiday in Belgium?
- The next public holiday is Labour Day on Fri, May 1.
- What is the difference between a public holiday and an observance in Belgium?
- A public holiday is an official day off when most businesses are closed. An observance is a widely recognized occasion, but businesses typically remain open.