Czechia Public Holidays 2026
Czechia observes 13 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 |
| Apr 1 | Wednesday | Ugly Wednesday | Observance |
| Apr 2 | Thursday | Maundy Thursday | Observance |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 4 | Saturday | Easter Saturday | Observance |
| Apr 5 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| Apr 6 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 8 | Friday | Liberation Day | Public |
| May 10 | Sunday | Mother's Day | Observance |
| Jul 5 | Sunday | Saints Cyril and Methodius Day | Public |
| Jul 6 | Monday | Jan Hus Day | Public |
| Sep 28 | Monday | St. Wenceslas Day (Czech Statehood Day) | Public |
| Oct 28 | Wednesday | Independent Czechoslovak State Day | Public |
| Nov 17 | Tuesday | Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day | Public |
| Dec 24 | Thursday | Christmas Eve | 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 Czechia
Public holidays in Czechia 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 Czechia have in 2026?
- Czechia has 13 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Czechia?
- The next public holiday in Czechia is St. Wenceslas Day (Czech Statehood Day) on September 28, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Czechia?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Czechia close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.