Holiday Calendar

Iceland Public Holidays 2026

Q: What is the next public holiday in Iceland?

The next public holiday in Iceland is Pentecost on May 24, 2026.

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

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

Official national and public holidays for Iceland in 2026.

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Pentecost

Days Until Next

Year

2026

Upcoming Holiday

Pentecost

Sunday, May 24, 2026

In 3 days

Date	Local Name	English Name	Type
Jan 1, 2026 Thursday	Nýársdagur	New Year's Day	Public
Apr 2, 2026 Thursday	Skírdagur	Maundy Thursday	Public
Apr 3, 2026 Friday	Föstudagurinn langi	Good Friday	Public
Apr 5, 2026 Sunday	Páskadagur	Easter Sunday	Public
Apr 6, 2026 Monday	Annar í páskum	Easter Monday	Public
Apr 23, 2026 Thursday	Sumardagurinn fyrsti	First Day of Summer	Public
May 1, 2026 Friday	Verkalýðsdagurinn	May Day	Public
May 14, 2026 Thursday	Uppstigningardagur	Ascension Day	Public
May 24, 2026 Sunday	Hvítasunnudagur	Pentecost	Public
May 25, 2026 Monday	Annar í hvítasunnu	Whit Monday	Public
Jun 17, 2026 Wednesday	Þjóðhátíðardagurinn	Icelandic National Day	Public
Aug 3, 2026 Monday	Frídagur verslunarmanna	Commerce Day	Public
Dec 24, 2026 Thursday	Aðfangadagur	Christmas Eve	Public
Dec 25, 2026 Friday	Jóladagur	Christmas Day	Public
Dec 26, 2026 Saturday	Annar í jólum	St. Stephen's Day	Public
Dec 31, 2026 Thursday	Gamlársdagur	New Year's Eve	Public

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Iceland have in 2026?

Iceland has 16 public holidays in 2026.

What is the next public holiday in Iceland?

The next public holiday in Iceland is Pentecost on May 24, 2026.

Are banks closed on public holidays in Iceland?

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

Do shops open on public holidays in Iceland?

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 Iceland.

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

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

Are public holidays paid days off in Iceland?

In Iceland, 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 Iceland 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 Iceland for 2026.

Do public holidays in Iceland affect travel and transport?

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