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2026 Czechia Holidays

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

Total Holidays

13

Holidays in 2026

Busiest Month

December

3 holidays

This Month

0

Holidays this month

Next Holiday

Saints Cyril and Methodius Day

9 days away

About Czechia holidays in 2026

In 2026, Czechia observes a variety of public holidays, many of which commemorate significant historical and cultural events. The year begins with New Year's Day and concludes with a concentrated period of holidays in late December, including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and St. Stephen's Day. Spring and summer feature several important national observances, such as Labour Day, Liberation Day, and days dedicated to Saints Cyril and Methodius, and Jan Hus.

Holiday Distribution by Month

Holiday dates

DateDayHoliday Name
January 1, 2026ThursdayNew Year's Day
April 3, 2026FridayGood Friday
April 6, 2026MondayEaster Monday
May 1, 2026FridayLabour Day
May 8, 2026FridayLiberation Day
July 5, 2026SundaySaints Cyril and Methodius Day
July 6, 2026MondayJan Hus Day
September 28, 2026MondaySt. Wenceslas Day
October 28, 2026WednesdayIndependent Czechoslovak State Day
November 17, 2026TuesdayStruggle for Freedom and Democracy Day
December 24, 2026ThursdayChristmas Eve
December 25, 2026FridayChristmas Day
December 26, 2026SaturdaySt. Stephen's Day

Planning around Czechia holidays in 2026

  • Observe the concentration of holidays in late December.
  • Note the cluster of holidays in early April.
  • Be aware of the two consecutive holidays in early July.
  • Check specific dates for holidays that fall on weekdays.
  • Several holidays are tied to religious observances.

Holiday patterns in 2026

The holiday calendar in Czechia for 2026 shows a notable concentration at the end of the year, with three consecutive holidays in late December. Another cluster occurs in early April, featuring Good Friday and Easter Monday.

The middle of the year is marked by several distinct holidays spread across May, July, and September. These often commemorate national history and cultural figures, providing regular breaks throughout the summer months.

The year begins and ends with widely observed public holidays. While January and December are marked by significant observances, February, March, June, and August remain free of public holidays.

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