Holiday Calendar
København Public Holidays 2026
Region Hovedstaden · Denmark
Total Holidays
14
Next Holiday
Ascension Day
Days Until Next
28
Year
2026
| Date | Local Name | English Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan 1, 2026 Thursday |
Nytårsdag | New Year's Day | Public |
Apr 2, 2026 Thursday |
Skærtorsdag | Maundy Thursday | Public |
Apr 3, 2026 Friday |
Langfredag | Good Friday | Public |
Apr 5, 2026 Sunday |
Påskedag | Easter Sunday | Public |
Apr 6, 2026 Monday |
2. Påskedag | Easter Monday | Public |
May 14, 2026 Thursday |
Kristi Himmelfartsdag | Ascension Day | Public |
May 15, 2026 Friday |
Banklukkedag | Bank closing day | Bank, School, Optional |
May 24, 2026 Sunday |
Pinsedag | Pentecost | Public |
May 25, 2026 Monday |
2. Pinsedag | Whit Monday | Public |
Jun 5, 2026 Friday |
Grundlovsdag | Constitution Day | Bank, School, Optional |
Dec 24, 2026 Thursday |
Juleaftensdag | Christmas Eve | Bank, School, Optional |
Dec 25, 2026 Friday |
Juledag / 1. juledag | Christmas Day | Public |
Dec 26, 2026 Saturday |
2. juledag | St. Stephen's Day | Public |
Dec 31, 2026 Thursday |
Nytårsaftensdag | New Year's Eve | Bank, School, Optional |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays are there in København in 2026?
København follows the national holiday calendar of Denmark, which has 14 public holidays in 2026.
What is the next public holiday in København?
The next public holiday in København is Ascension Day on May 14, 2026.
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in København?
Yes, New Year's Day is an official public holiday in Denmark and is observed in København.
Are banks closed on public holidays in København?
Yes, banks and government offices in København are typically closed on national public holidays. ATMs remain accessible.
What state is København in?
København is located in Region Hovedstaden, Denmark.
What currency is used in København?
København uses the Danish krone as the official currency.
Do schools close on public holidays in København?
Yes, schools in København, Region Hovedstaden are generally closed on national public holidays declared by Denmark.
What is the weather like in København?
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