Greece Public Holidays 2026
Greece observes 14 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 | Public |
| Mar 25 | Wednesday | Annunciation, Anniversary of 1821 Revolution | 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 |
| Jun 1 | Monday | Whit Monday | Public |
| Aug 15 | Saturday | Assumption | 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 Greece
Public holidays in Greece 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 Greece have in 2026?
- Greece has 14 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Greece?
- The next public holiday in Greece is Assumption on August 15, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Greece?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Greece close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.