What are public holidays?

Public holidays are official non-working days set by law or government order. They may mark national events, religious occasions, or cultural traditions.

How many public holidays does the average country have in 2026?

Most countries observe between 8 and 15 public holidays per year. Counts rise where regional holidays are included. The US has 11 federal holidays; England and Wales have 8 bank holidays.

When is Eid Al-Fitr 2026?

Eid Al-Fitr 2026 is expected around 20-21 March 2026, subject to moon sighting. The exact date depends on each country's official announcement.

When is Eid Al-Adha 2026?

Eid Al-Adha 2026 is expected around 27-28 May 2026. The Day of Arafat is expected on 26 May 2026. Official dates depend on moon sighting.

Public holiday vs bank holiday — what's the difference?

In most contexts, a bank holiday is a public holiday. The term is used mainly in the UK and Ireland. The US says federal holiday; Canada often says statutory holiday.

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7 holidays across 6 names

Constitution Day

1 country

Poland

Mother's Day

1 country

Lithuania

Festival of the Crosses

1 country

Venezuela

The Day of the Cross

1 country

El Salvador

Memorial Day

1 country

Japan

Labour Day

2 countries

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What are public holidays?: Public holidays are official non-working days set by law or government order. They may mark national events, religious occasions, or cultural traditions. Exact observance varies by country, region, and employer.
Why do some holidays move date each year?: Some holidays move because they follow lunar or lunisolar calendars. Easter, Eid, Diwali, Chinese New Year, Hanukkah, and Vesak all use non-Gregorian calculations. Islamic holidays drift through the seasons.
When is Eid Al-Fitr 2026?: Eid Al-Fitr 2026 is expected around March 20-21, subject to moon sighting. It marks the end of Ramadan. Official dates may shift after national announcements.
When is Eid Al-Adha 2026?: Eid Al-Adha 2026 is expected around May 27-28, subject to moon sighting. The Day of Arafat is expected on May 26. The holiday coincides with Hajj.
How many working days are there in 2026?: The 2026 working-day total depends on the country. Public holidays, weekend rules, and observed days change the count. Use the country page for exact monthly totals.
Where does the holiday data come from?: The holiday data comes from official government sources. We use labour ministries, central banks, royal decrees, presidential proclamations, and gazettes. Islamic holidays are updated after official moon-sighting announcements.

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