Holiday Calendar

North Macedonia Public Holidays 2026

Q: What is the next public holiday in North Macedonia?

The next public holiday in North Macedonia is Saints Cyril and Methodius Day on May 24, 2026.

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

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

Official national and public holidays for North Macedonia in 2026.

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2026

Upcoming Holiday

Saints Cyril and Methodius Day

Sunday, May 24, 2026

In 3 days

Date	Local Name	English Name	Type
Jan 1, 2026 Thursday	Нова Година, Nova Godina	New Year's Day	Public
Jan 7, 2026 Wednesday	Прв ден Божик, Prv den Božik	Christmas Day (Orthodox)	Public
Apr 10, 2026 Friday	Велики Петок, Veliki Petok	Good Friday	Public
Apr 12, 2026 Sunday	Прв ден Велигден, Prv den Veligden	Easter Sunday	Public
Apr 13, 2026 Monday	Втор ден Велигден, Vtor den Veligden	Easter Monday	Public
May 1, 2026 Friday	Ден на трудот, Den na trudot	Labour Day	Public
May 24, 2026 Sunday	Св. Кирил и Методиј, Ден на сèсловенските просветители	Saints Cyril and Methodius Day	Public
Aug 2, 2026 Sunday	Ден на Републиката, Den na Republikata	Day of the Republic	Public
Sep 8, 2026 Tuesday	Ден на независноста, Den na nezavisnosta	Independence Day	Public
Oct 11, 2026 Sunday	Ден на востанието, Den na vostanieto	Revolution Day	Public
Oct 23, 2026 Friday	Ден на македонската револуционерна борба,Den na makedonskata revolucionarna borba	Day of the Macedonian Revolutionary Struggle	Public
Dec 8, 2026 Tuesday	Св. Климент Охридски, Sv. Kliment Ohridski	Saint Clement of Ohrid Day	Public

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does North Macedonia have in 2026?

North Macedonia has 12 public holidays in 2026.

What is the next public holiday in North Macedonia?

The next public holiday in North Macedonia is Saints Cyril and Methodius Day on May 24, 2026.

Are banks closed on public holidays in North Macedonia?

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

Do shops open on public holidays in North Macedonia?

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 North Macedonia.

Is New Year's Day a national holiday in North Macedonia?

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

Are public holidays paid days off in North Macedonia?

In North Macedonia, 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 North Macedonia 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 North Macedonia for 2026.

Do public holidays in North Macedonia affect travel and transport?

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