Holiday Calendar
Italy Public Holidays 2026
Official national and public holidays for Italy in 2026.
Italy is the country that invented the art of beautiful living, and no amount of prior familiarity with its image — the Colosseum at dawn, a gondola under a Venetian arch, the rolling Tuscan hills dotted with cypress trees — adequately prepares you for the emotional impact of experiencing it in person. This is a country where a single piazza…
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14
Next Holiday
Whit Monday
Days Until Next
4
Year
2026
| Date | Local Name | English Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Jan 1, 2026
Thursday
|
Capodanno | New Year's Day | Public |
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Jan 6, 2026
Tuesday
|
Epifania | Epiphany | Public |
|
Apr 5, 2026
Sunday
|
Pasqua | Easter Sunday | Public |
|
Apr 6, 2026
Monday
|
Lunedì dell'Angelo | Easter Monday | Public |
|
Apr 25, 2026
Saturday
|
Festa della Liberazione | Liberation Day | Public |
|
May 1, 2026
Friday
|
Festa del Lavoro | International Workers Day | Public |
|
May 25, 2026
Monday
|
Lunedì di Pentecoste | Whit Monday | Public |
|
Jun 2, 2026
Tuesday
|
Festa della Repubblica | Republic Day | Public |
|
Aug 15, 2026
Saturday
|
Ferragosto o Assunzione | Assumption Day | Public |
|
Oct 4, 2026
Sunday
|
San Francesco d'Assisi | St. Francis of Assisi's Day | Public |
|
Nov 1, 2026
Sunday
|
Tutti i santi | All Saints Day | Public |
|
Dec 8, 2026
Tuesday
|
Immacolata Concezione | Immaculate Conception | Public |
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Dec 25, 2026
Friday
|
Natale | Christmas Day | Public |
|
Dec 26, 2026
Saturday
|
Santo Stefano | St. Stephen's Day | Public |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays does Italy have in 2026?
Italy has 14 public holidays in 2026.
What is the next public holiday in Italy?
The next public holiday in Italy is Whit Monday on May 25, 2026.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Italy?
Yes, banks and government offices are typically closed on national public holidays in Italy. ATMs remain accessible.
Do shops open on public holidays in Italy?
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 Italy.
Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Italy?
Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Italy in 2026.
Are public holidays paid days off in Italy?
In Italy, 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 Italy 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 Italy for 2026.
Do public holidays in Italy affect travel and transport?
Yes. On major public holidays in Italy, public transport may run on reduced schedules and many businesses may be closed or operate reduced hours.