Netherlands Public Holidays 2026
Netherlands observes 9 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 |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday | School |
| Apr 5 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Public |
| Apr 6 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public |
| Apr 27 | Monday | King's Day | Public |
| May 4 | Monday | Remembrance of the Dead | Observance |
| May 5 | Tuesday | Liberation Day | School |
| May 10 | Sunday | Mother's Day | Observance |
| May 14 | Thursday | Ascension Day | Public |
| May 24 | Sunday | Pentecost | Public |
| May 25 | Monday | Whit Monday | Public |
| Jun 21 | Sunday | Father's Day | Observance |
| Sep 15 | Tuesday | Prince's Day | Observance |
| Nov 11 | Wednesday | Saint Martin | Observance |
| Dec 5 | Saturday | St Nicholas' Eve | Observance |
| Dec 15 | Tuesday | Kingdom Day | Observance |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
| Dec 26 | Saturday | Boxing Day | Public |
| Dec 31 | Thursday | New Year's Eve | Bank |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 20, 2026
About public holidays in Netherlands
Public holidays in Netherlands 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 Netherlands have in 2026?
- Netherlands has 9 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Netherlands?
- The next public holiday in Netherlands is Christmas Day on December 25, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Netherlands?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Netherlands close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.
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