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Austria Public Holidays 2026

Q: What is the next public holiday in Austria?

The next public holiday in Austria is Assumption Day on August 15, 2026.

Q: Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Austria?

Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Austria in 2026.

Official national and public holidays for Austria in 2026.

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Assumption Day

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Year

2026

Upcoming Holiday

Assumption Day

Saturday, August 15, 2026

In 66 days

Date	Local Name	English Name	Type
Jan 1, 2026 Thursday	Neujahr	New Year's Day	Public
Jan 6, 2026 Tuesday	Heilige Drei Könige	Epiphany	Public
Apr 5, 2026 Sunday	Ostersonntag	Easter Sunday	Public
Apr 6, 2026 Monday	Ostermontag	Easter Monday	Public
May 1, 2026 Friday	Staatsfeiertag	National Holiday	Public
May 14, 2026 Thursday	Christi Himmelfahrt	Ascension Day	Public
May 24, 2026 Sunday	Pfingstsonntag	Pentecost	Public
May 25, 2026 Monday	Pfingstmontag	Whit Monday	Public
Jun 4, 2026 Thursday	Fronleichnam	Corpus Christi	Public
Aug 15, 2026 Saturday	Maria Himmelfahrt	Assumption Day	Public
Oct 26, 2026 Monday	Nationalfeiertag	National Holiday	Public
Nov 1, 2026 Sunday	Allerheiligen	All Saints' Day	Public
Dec 8, 2026 Tuesday	Mariä Empfängnis	Immaculate Conception	Public
Dec 25, 2026 Friday	Weihnachten	Christmas Day	Public
Dec 26, 2026 Saturday	Stefanitag	St. Stephen's Day	Public

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Austria have in 2026?

Austria has 15 public holidays in 2026.

What is the next public holiday in Austria?

The next public holiday in Austria is Assumption Day on August 15, 2026.

Are banks closed on public holidays in Austria?

Yes, banks and government offices are typically closed on national public holidays in Austria. ATMs remain accessible.

Do shops open on public holidays in Austria?

This varies. In major cities, shops may remain open on some holidays, while smaller towns and rural areas often close on national public holidays in Austria.

Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Austria?

Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Austria in 2026.

Are public holidays paid days off in Austria?

In Austria, national public holidays are generally considered paid days off for employees. Specific rules may vary by employment contract and sector.

Are there long weekends in Austria in 2026?

Long weekends occur when a public holiday falls on a Friday or Monday. Check the holiday calendar above to identify these dates in Austria for 2026.

Do public holidays in Austria affect travel and transport?

Yes. On major public holidays in Austria, public transport may run on reduced schedules and many businesses may be closed or operate reduced hours.