Holidays in Vatican City - 2026

Public holidays and observances.

Country overview

Insight summary

2026, Vatican City has 15 holidays in total, including 15 public holidays. The busiest month is December with 3 holidays.

Holiday dates

DateDayHoliday Name
January 1, 2026ThursdaySolemnity of Mary, Mother of God
January 6, 2026TuesdayEpiphany
February 11, 2026WednesdayAnniversary of the foundation of Vatican City
March 13, 2026FridayAnniversary of the election of Pope Francis
March 19, 2026ThursdaySaint Joseph's Day
April 6, 2026MondayEaster Monday
April 23, 2026ThursdaySaint George
May 1, 2026FridaySaint Joseph the Worker
June 29, 2026MondaySaint Peter and Saint Paul
August 15, 2026SaturdayAssumption Day
September 8, 2026TuesdayNativity of Mary
November 1, 2026SundayAll Saints Day
December 8, 2026TuesdayImmaculate Conception
December 25, 2026FridayChristmas Day
December 26, 2026SaturdaySt. Stephen's Day