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2026 Switzerland Holidays

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

Total Holidays

24

Holidays in 2026

Busiest Month

January

4 holidays

This Month

2

Holidays this month

Next Holiday

Saint Peter and Saint Paul

3 days away

About Switzerland holidays in 2026

In 2026, Switzerland observes a variety of public holidays, many of which are rooted in religious and historical traditions. The year begins with several holidays in January, including New Year's Day and Epiphany. The spring months see a mix of religious observances like Good Friday and Easter Monday, alongside Labour Day. The latter half of the year includes Swiss National Day in August and several regional or cantonal holidays in September and November. The year concludes with a cluster of holidays in December, including Christmas Day and St. Stephen's Day.

Holiday Distribution by Month

Holiday dates

DateDayHoliday Name
January 1, 2026ThursdayNew Year's Day
January 2, 2026FridayBerchtold's Day
January 2, 2026FridayBerchtold's Day
January 2, 2026FridaySt. Berchtold's Day
January 6, 2026TuesdayEpiphany
January 6, 2026TuesdayEpiphany
March 1, 2026SundayRepublic Day
March 19, 2026ThursdaySaint Joseph's Day
April 3, 2026FridayGood Friday
April 4, 2026SaturdayNäfels procession
April 6, 2026MondayEaster Monday
May 1, 2026FridayLabour Day
May 14, 2026ThursdayAscension Day
May 25, 2026MondayWhit Monday
June 4, 2026ThursdayCorpus Christi
June 29, 2026MondaySaint Peter and Saint Paul
August 1, 2026SaturdaySwiss National Day
August 15, 2026SaturdayAssumption of the Virgin Mary
September 10, 2026ThursdayGeneva Prayday
September 20, 2026SundayFederal Day of Thanksgiving
September 21, 2026MondayFederal Fast Monday
November 1, 2026SundayAll Saints' Day
December 8, 2026TuesdayImmaculate Conception
December 25, 2026FridayChristmas Day
December 26, 2026SaturdaySt. Stephen's Day
December 31, 2026ThursdayRestoration Day

Planning around Switzerland holidays in 2026

  • Several holidays are observed by specific cantons or regions.
  • Dates for some observances may vary slightly year to year.
  • Check the selected year for the most accurate holiday information.
  • Some holidays fall on weekdays, while others may extend into weekends.

Holiday patterns in 2026

The holiday calendar in Switzerland shows a significant concentration in the first month of the year, with multiple observances following New Year's Day. Following this early surge, the calendar becomes more dispersed, with holidays spread across spring and early summer, often tied to religious dates. The latter half of the year features a notable cluster of holidays in September, including Thanksgiving and a fast day, before a final concentration in December with several major Christian observances.

While many holidays are observed nationwide, several significant dates are specific to individual cantons or regions, such as Geneva Prayday or Näfels procession. This means that the public holiday landscape can differ depending on the specific location within Switzerland. The year also features periods with no public holidays, notably in February, July, and October, creating quieter stretches in the calendar.

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