Holiday Calendar
Praha Public Holidays 2026
National holidays for Czechia applicable to Praha.
Total Holidays
13
Next Holiday
Saints Cyril and Methodius Day
Days Until Next
47
Year
2026
| Date | Local Name | English Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan 1, 2026 Thursday |
Den obnovy samostatného českého státu; Nový rok | New Year's Day | Public |
Apr 3, 2026 Friday |
Velký pátek | Good Friday | Public |
Apr 6, 2026 Monday |
Velikonoční pondělí | Easter Monday | Public |
May 1, 2026 Friday |
Svátek práce | Labour Day | Public |
May 8, 2026 Friday |
Den vítězství | Liberation Day | Public |
Jul 5, 2026 Sunday |
Den slovanských věrozvěstů Cyrila a Metoděje | Saints Cyril and Methodius Day | Public |
Jul 6, 2026 Monday |
Den upálení mistra Jana Husa | Jan Hus Day | Public |
Sep 28, 2026 Monday |
Den české státnosti | St. Wenceslas Day | Public |
Oct 28, 2026 Wednesday |
Den vzniku samostatného československého státu | Independent Czechoslovak State Day | Public |
Nov 17, 2026 Tuesday |
Den boje za svobodu a demokracii a Mezinárodní den studentstva | Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day | Public |
Dec 24, 2026 Thursday |
Štědrý den | Christmas Eve | Public |
Dec 25, 2026 Friday |
1. svátek vánoční | Christmas Day | Public |
Dec 26, 2026 Saturday |
2. svátek vánoční | St. Stephen's Day | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays does Praha have in 2026?
Praha follows the national holiday calendar of Czechia, which has 13 public holidays in 2026.
What is the next public holiday in Praha?
The next public holiday applicable to Praha is Saints Cyril and Methodius Day on July 5, 2026.
Are national holidays in Czechia observed in Praha?
Yes. All national public holidays of Czechia are observed in Praha. Some states may also have additional regional holidays.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Praha?
Yes, banks and government offices in Praha are typically closed on national public holidays. ATMs remain accessible.
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in Praha?
New Year's Day is an official public holiday in Czechia, and is therefore observed in Praha.
Do schools close on public holidays in Praha?
Yes, schools in Praha are generally closed on national public holidays as declared by Czechia.
What currency is used in Praha?
The official currency of Praha is the same as Czechia: Czech koruna.
What is the weather like in Praha?
Check the current 3-day weather forecast for Praha on our Weather page.