France Public Holidays
France observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Overview
France observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Some holidays are observed nationwide, while others may apply only to specific regions or communities.
Explore the holiday calendar for France by year below.
2026 holidays
A quick look at upcoming holidays in France.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday |
| Apr 6 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| Apr 27 | Monday | Abolition of slavery |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day |
| May 8 | Friday | Victory Day |
| May 8 | Friday | Victory in Europe Day |
| May 14 | Thursday | Ascension Day |
| May 22 | Friday | Abolition of slavery |
| May 25 | Monday | Pentecost Monday |
| May 25 | Monday | Whit Monday |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Abolition of slavery |
| Jun 10 | Wednesday | Abolition of slavery |
| Jul 14 | Tuesday | Bastille Day |
| Jul 14 | Tuesday | National Day |
Holiday calendar by year
Years are listed in ascending order.