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2026 Belgium Holidays

Explore the official 2026 holiday calendar for Belgium, including public holidays, observances, and important national events.

Total Holidays

18

Holidays in 2026

Busiest Month

May

6 holidays

This Month

0

Holidays this month

Next Holiday

Belgian National Day

25 days away

About Belgium holidays in 2026

In 2026, Belgium observes a variety of public holidays, including religious observances and national celebrations. The year begins with New Year's Day and features a significant cluster of holidays in the spring, particularly around Easter and Ascension Day. The summer months include the Belgian National Day, while the autumn and winter bring observances like All Saints' Day, Armistice Day, and Christmas.

Holiday Distribution by Month

Holiday dates

DateDayHoliday Name
January 1, 2026ThursdayNew Year's Day
April 3, 2026FridayGood Friday
April 5, 2026SundayEaster
April 5, 2026SundayEaster Sunday
April 6, 2026MondayEaster Monday
May 1, 2026FridayLabour Day
May 14, 2026ThursdayAscension Day
May 15, 2026FridayDay after Ascension Day
May 24, 2026SundayPentecost
May 25, 2026MondayPentecost Monday
May 25, 2026MondayWhit Monday
July 21, 2026TuesdayBelgian National Day
July 21, 2026TuesdayNational Day
August 15, 2026SaturdayAssumption Day
November 1, 2026SundayAll Saints' Day
November 11, 2026WednesdayArmistice Day
December 25, 2026FridayChristmas Day
December 26, 2026SaturdaySt. Stephen's Day

Planning around Belgium holidays in 2026

  • Several holidays fall on weekdays, while others may occur on weekends, impacting the length of any potential break.
  • The calendar includes a notable concentration of holidays in April and May.
  • Some holidays are religious in nature and may have varying levels of observance.
  • Check the specific year for exact dates, as some holidays are tied to lunar cycles or specific days of the week.

Holiday patterns in 2026

The holiday calendar for Belgium in 2026 shows a distinct concentration of observances in the spring months of April and May. This period is marked by several religious holidays, including Easter and Ascension Day, leading to a high number of public holidays within a short timeframe.

Following the spring surge, the calendar becomes more dispersed through the summer and autumn. July features the national day, with other holidays spread out until November, which includes two significant observances.

The year concludes with a few widely recognized holidays in December, including Christmas Day and St. Stephen's Day, providing a traditional end to the holiday year.

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