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2026 North Macedonia Holidays

View all public holidays and observances in North Macedonia for 2026, including national holidays, bank closures, and major cultural dates.

Total Holidays

12

Holidays in 2026

Busiest Month

April

3 holidays

This Month

0

Holidays this month

Next Holiday

Day of the Republic

37 days away

About North Macedonia holidays in 2026

In 2026, North Macedonia observes a variety of national and religious holidays throughout the year. The calendar includes significant dates such as New Year's Day, Orthodox Christmas, and Easter, alongside national commemorations like Independence Day and Day of the Republic. Labour Day and Saints Cyril and Methodius Day are also observed, contributing to the country's holiday schedule.

Holiday Distribution by Month

Holiday dates

DateDayHoliday Name
January 1, 2026ThursdayNew Year's Day
January 7, 2026WednesdayChristmas Day (Orthodox)
April 10, 2026FridayGood Friday
April 12, 2026SundayEaster Sunday
April 13, 2026MondayEaster Monday
May 1, 2026FridayLabour Day
May 24, 2026SundaySaints Cyril and Methodius Day
August 2, 2026SundayDay of the Republic
September 8, 2026TuesdayIndependence Day
October 11, 2026SundayRevolution Day
October 23, 2026FridayDay of the Macedonian Revolutionary Struggle
December 8, 2026TuesdaySaint Clement of Ohrid Day

Planning around North Macedonia holidays in 2026

  • All listed holidays are observed nationwide.
  • Check the selected year for any potential changes to holiday dates.
  • Note the clustering of holidays in April and October.
  • Be aware of the mid-year break with no public holidays in June and July.

Holiday patterns in 2026

The holiday year in North Macedonia begins with observances in January, followed by a significant cluster in April that includes religious holidays. May also features two public holidays, marking a busy spring period.

The middle of the year, from June through July, is notably quiet with no public holidays. Activity resumes in August with a national day, followed by another in September and a concentration of two holidays in October.

The year concludes with a single public holiday in December, Saint Clement of Ohrid Day.

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