Cyprus Public Holidays 2026
Cyprus observes 15 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.
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All holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Jan 6 | Tuesday | Epiphany | Public |
| Feb 23 | Monday | Ash Sunday | Observance |
| Feb 24 | Tuesday | Clean Monday | Public |
| Mar 25 | Wednesday | Annunciation, Anniversary of 1821 Revolution | Public |
| Apr 1 | Wednesday | Cyprus National Day | Public |
| Apr 10 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 12 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Public |
| Apr 13 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 10 | Sunday | Mother's Day | Observance |
| May 31 | Sunday | Pentecost | Public |
| Aug 15 | Saturday | Assumption | Public |
| Oct 1 | Thursday | Cyprus Independence Day | Public |
| Oct 28 | Wednesday | National Holiday | Public |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
| Dec 26 | Saturday | Boxing 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 Cyprus
Public holidays in Cyprus 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 Cyprus have in 2026?
- Cyprus has 15 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Cyprus?
- The next public holiday in Cyprus is Assumption on August 15, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Cyprus?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Cyprus close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.