Belgium Public Holidays 2026
Belgium observes 10 public holidays in 2026. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
2026 at a glance
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All holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Jan 6 | Tuesday | Epiphany | Observance |
| Feb 14 | Saturday | Valentine's Day | Observance |
| Apr 5 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| Apr 6 | Monday | Lundi de Pâques | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 10 | Sunday | Mother's Day | Observance |
| May 14 | Thursday | Ascension | Public |
| May 24 | Sunday | Pentecost | Observance |
| May 25 | Monday | Lundi de Pentecôte | Public |
| Jul 21 | Tuesday | National Holiday | Public |
| Aug 15 | Saturday | Assomption | Public |
| Nov 1 | Sunday | All Saints' Day | Public |
| Nov 2 | Monday | All Souls' Day | Observance |
| Nov 11 | Wednesday | Armistice | Public |
| Nov 15 | Sunday | Fête du Roi | Observance |
| Dec 6 | Sunday | Saint Nicholas | Observance |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 20, 2026
About public holidays in Belgium
Public holidays in Belgium are days when most schools, banks, government offices and many businesses are closed nationwide. Dates for religious and lunar-calendar holidays can shift from year to year, and governments occasionally move observed dates when a holiday falls on a weekend. Always confirm critical dates with an official source before booking travel or scheduling business.
Frequently asked questions
- How many public holidays does Belgium have in 2026?
- Belgium has 10 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Belgium?
- The next public holiday in Belgium is National Holiday on July 21, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Belgium?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Belgium close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.