11Public Holidays
2Fall on a Weekend
2Fall on a Monday
5Long Weekends
In 2026, France observes 11 public holidays, starting with New Year's Day on January 1 and closing the year with Christmas Day on December 25. Friday is the most common day of the week for a holiday to fall on this year, and 2 of the 11 holidays land on a weekend. Use the month-by-month grids below to plan time off, or jump straight to the full list and FAQ.
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●1 Jan – New Year's Day
February2026
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●6 Apr – Easter Monday
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●1 May – Labour Day
●8 May – Victory in Europe Day
●14 May – Ascension Day
●25 May – Whit Monday
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●14 Jul – Bastille Day
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●15 Aug – Assumption Day
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●1 Nov – All Saints' Day
●11 Nov – Armistice Day
December2026
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●25 Dec – Christmas Day
Full Holiday List
| Date | Holiday | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | New Year's Day | Thursday |
| Apr 6 | Easter Monday | Monday |
| May 1 | Labour Day | Friday |
| May 8 | Victory in Europe Day | Friday |
| May 14 | Ascension Day | Thursday |
| May 25 | Whit Monday | Monday |
| Jul 14 | Bastille Day | Tuesday |
| Aug 15 | Assumption Day | Saturday weekend |
| Nov 1 | All Saints' Day | Sunday weekend |
| Nov 11 | Armistice Day | Wednesday |
| Dec 25 | Christmas Day | Friday |
Common Questions
How many public holidays does France have in 2026?
France observes 11 public holidays in 2026, based on national/federal-level sources.
How many 2026 holidays fall on a weekend in France?
2 of France's 11 public holidays in 2026 fall on a Saturday or Sunday.
What is the first public holiday of 2026 in France?
New Year's Day on January 1, 2026 is the first public holiday of the year.
What is the last public holiday of 2026 in France?
Christmas Day on December 25, 2026 closes out the public holiday calendar for France.