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Public Holidays by Country

Browse holiday calendars for 190+ countries. Select any country for the full list of public holidays in 2026 and 2027.

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2026 & 2027 Public Holidays — UK, USA, France, Spain, Japan, Brazil, Portugal

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FAQ

Public holiday questions

Which country has the most public holidays?

Venezuela has the most public holidays with up to 34 days including regional holidays. Colombia (18), India (up to 21 including state holidays), and some Swiss cantons (33) also rank high globally.

Which country has the fewest public holidays?

Mexico has 7 mandatory public holidays — one of the lowest among major economies. The UK (England & Wales) has 8. The US has 11 federal holidays though states vary.

Are public holidays the same every year?

Fixed holidays (like Christmas on December 25) stay on the same calendar date each year. Variable holidays like Easter, Eid Al-Fitr, and Eid Al-Adha shift each year based on lunar or astronomical calculations.