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Hungary Public Holidays 2026

Q: What is the next public holiday in Hungary?

The next public holiday in Hungary is State Foundation Day on August 20, 2026.

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

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

Official national and public holidays for Hungary in 2026.

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2026

Upcoming Holiday

State Foundation Day

Thursday, August 20, 2026

In 71 days

Date	Local Name	English Name	Type
Jan 1, 2026 Thursday	Újév	New Year's Day	Public
Mar 15, 2026 Sunday	Nemzeti ünnep	1848 Revolution Memorial Day	Public
Apr 3, 2026 Friday	Nagypéntek	Good Friday	Public
Apr 5, 2026 Sunday	Húsvétvasárnap	Easter Sunday	Public
Apr 6, 2026 Monday	Húsvéthétfő	Easter Monday	Public
May 1, 2026 Friday	A munka ünnepe	Labour day	Public
May 24, 2026 Sunday	Pünkösdvasárnap	Pentecost	Public
May 25, 2026 Monday	Pünkösdhétfő	Whit Monday	Public
Aug 20, 2026 Thursday	Az államalapítás ünnepe	State Foundation Day	Public
Oct 23, 2026 Friday	Nemzeti ünnep	1956 Revolution Memorial Day	Public
Nov 1, 2026 Sunday	Mindenszentek	All Saints Day	Public
Dec 25, 2026 Friday	Karácsony	Christmas Day	Public
Dec 26, 2026 Saturday	Karácsony másnapja	St. Stephen's Day	Public

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Hungary have in 2026?

Hungary has 13 public holidays in 2026.

What is the next public holiday in Hungary?

The next public holiday in Hungary is State Foundation Day on August 20, 2026.

Are banks closed on public holidays in Hungary?

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

Do shops open on public holidays in Hungary?

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 Hungary.

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

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

Are public holidays paid days off in Hungary?

In Hungary, 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 Hungary 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 Hungary for 2026.

Do public holidays in Hungary affect travel and transport?

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