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2026 Germany Holidays

See public holidays in Germany for 2026, with official dates, observances, and key calendar events throughout the year.

Total Holidays

25

Holidays in 2026

Busiest Month

May

6 holidays

This Month

1

Holiday this month

Next Holiday

High Festival of Peace

43 days away

About Germany holidays in 2026

In 2026, Germany observes a variety of public holidays, many of which are tied to religious observances. The year begins with New Year's Day and Epiphany, followed by a cluster of holidays in spring including Easter and Ascension Day. The latter half of the year features significant national holidays like the Day of German Unity and Reformation Day, alongside several religious observances in autumn. The year concludes with Christmas Day and the subsequent public holiday.

Holiday Distribution by Month

Holiday dates

DateDayHoliday Name
January 1, 2026ThursdayNew Year's Day
January 6, 2026TuesdayEpiphany
January 6, 2026TuesdayEpiphany
January 6, 2026TuesdayEpiphany
March 8, 2026SundayInternational Women's Day
March 8, 2026SundayInternational Women's Day
April 3, 2026FridayGood Friday
April 5, 2026SundayEaster Sunday
April 5, 2026SundayEaster Sunday
April 6, 2026MondayEaster Monday
May 1, 2026FridayLabour Day
May 14, 2026ThursdayAscension Day
May 24, 2026SundayPentecost
May 24, 2026SundayPentecost Sunday
May 25, 2026MondayPentecost Monday
May 25, 2026MondayWhit Monday
June 4, 2026ThursdayCorpus Christi
June 4, 2026ThursdayCorpus Christi
June 4, 2026ThursdayCorpus Christi
August 8, 2026SaturdayHigh Festival of Peace
August 15, 2026SaturdayAssumption Day
August 15, 2026SaturdayAssumption Day
September 20, 2026SundayWorld Children's Day
September 20, 2026SundayWorld Children's Day
October 3, 2026SaturdayDay of German Unity
October 3, 2026SaturdayGerman Unity Day
October 31, 2026SaturdayReformation Day
October 31, 2026SaturdayReformation Day
October 31, 2026SaturdayReformation Day
November 1, 2026SundayAll Saints' Day
November 1, 2026SundayAll Saints' Day
November 1, 2026SundayAll Saints' Day
November 18, 2026WednesdayRepentance and Prayer Day
November 18, 2026WednesdayRepentance Day
December 25, 2026FridayChristmas Day
December 26, 2026Saturday2nd Day of Christmas
December 26, 2026SaturdaySt. Stephen's Day

Planning around Germany holidays in 2026

  • Several holidays are observed in specific states, not nationwide.
  • Dates for some religious holidays can vary annually.
  • Check the selected year for precise holiday dates.
  • Some holidays fall on weekdays, while others may occur on weekends.

Holiday patterns in 2026

The holiday calendar in Germany shows a significant concentration in the spring months, particularly around Easter, with multiple observances occurring within a short timeframe. May and early June also present a cluster of holidays, including Ascension Day and Pentecost.

The latter half of the year is more dispersed, with key national holidays like the Day of German Unity and Reformation Day in October. November also features several observances, including All Saints' Day and Repentance Day, though these may not be observed nationwide.

January and the end of the year, including Christmas, are marked by widely recognized public holidays. February and July are notably quiet months with no public holidays observed.

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