Public Holidays in Czechia (2026)
13 public holidays and 5 observances in 2026.
Overview
- Country
- Czechia
- Year
- 2026
- Public Holidays
- 13
- Observances
- 5
- 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 |
| Wed, Apr 1 | Ugly Wednesday | Observance |
| Thu, Apr 2 | Maundy Thursday | Observance |
| Fri, Apr 3 | Good Friday | Public |
| Sat, Apr 4 | Easter Saturday | Observance |
| Sun, Apr 5 | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| Mon, Apr 6 | Easter Monday | Public |
| Fri, May 1 | Labour Day | Public |
| Fri, May 8 | Liberation Day | Public |
| Sun, May 10 | Mother's Day | Observance |
| Sun, Jul 5 | Saints Cyril and Methodius Day | Public |
| Mon, Jul 6 | Jan Hus Day | Public |
| Mon, Sep 28 | St. Wenceslas Day (Czech Statehood Day) | Public |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Independent Czechoslovak State Day | Public |
| Tue, Nov 17 | Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day | Public |
| Thu, Dec 24 | Christmas Eve | Public |
| Fri, Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Public |
| Sat, Dec 26 | Boxing Day | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many public holidays does Czechia have in 2026?
- Czechia has 13 public holidays in 2026.
- What is the next public holiday in Czechia?
- The next public holiday is Labour Day on Fri, May 1.
- What is the difference between a public holiday and an observance in Czechia?
- 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.