Latvia Public Holidays 2025
Latvia observes 13 public holidays in 2025. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
2025 at a glance
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
All holidays in 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Wednesday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Apr 18 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 20 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Public |
| Apr 21 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| May 1 | Thursday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 4 | Sunday | Restoration of Independence day | Public |
| May 5 | Monday | Restoration of Independence day (substitute day) | Public |
| May 11 | Sunday | Mother's Day | Observance |
| Jun 23 | Monday | Midsummer Eve | Public |
| Jun 24 | Tuesday | Midsummer | Public |
| Nov 18 | Tuesday | Republic Day | Public |
| Dec 24 | Wednesday | Christmas Eve | Public |
| Dec 25 | Thursday | Christmas Day | Public |
| Dec 26 | Friday | Boxing Day | Public |
| Dec 31 | Wednesday | New Year's Eve | 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 Latvia
Public holidays in Latvia 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 Latvia have in 2025?
- Latvia has 13 nationwide public holidays in 2025, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Latvia?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Latvia close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.