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Bulgaria Public Holidays 2026

Q: What is the next public holiday in Bulgaria?

The next public holiday in Bulgaria is Saints Cyril and Methodius Day on May 24, 2026.

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

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

Official national and public holidays for Bulgaria in 2026.

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2026

Upcoming Holiday

Saints Cyril and Methodius Day

Sunday, May 24, 2026

In 3 days

Date	Local Name	English Name	Type
Jan 1, 2026 Thursday	Нова година	New Year's Day	Public
Jan 2, 2026 Friday	Ден на валутната смяна	Currency change day	Public
Mar 3, 2026 Tuesday	Ден на oсвобождението на България от Oсманско робство	Liberation Day	Public
Apr 10, 2026 Friday	Разпети петък	Good Friday	Public
Apr 11, 2026 Saturday	Велика събота	Holy Saturday	Public
Apr 12, 2026 Sunday	Великден	Easter Sunday	Public
Apr 13, 2026 Monday	Велики понеделник	Easter Monday	Public
May 1, 2026 Friday	Ден на труда и на международната работническа солидарност	International Workers' Day	Public
May 6, 2026 Wednesday	Гергьовден, ден на храбростта и Българската армия	Saint George's Day	Public
May 24, 2026 Sunday	Ден на Българската просвета и култура и на славянската писменост	Saints Cyril and Methodius Day	Public
Sep 6, 2026 Sunday	Ден на съединението	Unification Day	Public
Sep 22, 2026 Tuesday	Ден на независимостта на България	Independence Day	Public
Dec 24, 2026 Thursday	Бъдни вечер	Christmas Eve	Public
Dec 25, 2026 Friday	Рождество Христово	Christmas Day	Public
Dec 26, 2026 Saturday	Рождество Христово	Second day of Christmas	Public

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Bulgaria have in 2026?

Bulgaria has 15 public holidays in 2026.

What is the next public holiday in Bulgaria?

The next public holiday in Bulgaria is Saints Cyril and Methodius Day on May 24, 2026.

Are banks closed on public holidays in Bulgaria?

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

Do shops open on public holidays in Bulgaria?

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 Bulgaria.

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

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

Are public holidays paid days off in Bulgaria?

In Bulgaria, 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 Bulgaria 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 Bulgaria for 2026.

Do public holidays in Bulgaria affect travel and transport?

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