There are 11 public holidays in Hungary in 2023, two of which fall on weekends.
New Year's Day
New Year Holiday, celebrated on January 1, 2023, is the first day of the year on the modern Gregorian calendar, and it is one of the most popular holidays in the world.
Hungarian Revolution of 1848
The Hungarian Revolution of 1848 is a public holiday in Hungary, and it is observed on March 15, 2023. The holiday commemorates the Revolution and the following War of Independence against the Austrian-Hapsburg rule.
Good Friday
Good Friday is a Christian holiday celebrating the crucifixion of Jesus and his death at Calvary. It is observed on Friday immediately preceding Easter Sunday, April 7, 2023.
Easter Monday
Easter Monday is to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus, and it is the Monday after Easter Sunday. It is observed on April 10, 2023.
Labour Day
Labour Day is observed on May 1, 2023, and it celebrates the achievements of workers. The holiday originates in the eight-hour day movement, which is eight hours for work, eight hours for recreation, and eight hours for rest.
Whit Monday
Whit Monday, also known as Pentecost Monday, is an important religious festival Christians celebrate. It falls on the day after Pentecost, the 50th day after Easter Sunday. In 2023, the holiday falls on May 29.
Hungary National Day
Hungary National Day, observed on August 20, 2023, commemorates the first King of Hungary St. Stephen, who led the country into a Christian state. He was the first member of his family to become a devout Christian and encouraged the spread of Christianity in the country.
1956 Revolution Memorial Day
1956 Revolution Memorial Day, also known as the Hungarian Uprising, is a public holiday in Hungary, and it is observed on October 23, 2023. The holiday commemorates the start of the nationwide revolution against the Soviet-imposed policies on October 23, 1956.
All Saints' Day
All Saints' Day is observed on November 1, 2023, and commemorates all the saints from Christian history, including those known and unknown.
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is celebrated on December 25, 2023, and commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. Christmas Day is a holiday of sharing. People exchange Christmas gifts and cards with families and friends.
The following is the list of public holidays in Hungary 2023.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 01, 2023 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Hungarian Revolution of 1848 | Mar 15, 2023 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Good Friday | Apr 07, 2023 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Easter Monday | Apr 10, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Labour Day | May 01, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Whit Monday | May 29, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Hungary National Day | Aug 20, 2023 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| 1956 Revolution Memorial Day | Oct 23, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| All Saints' Day | Nov 01, 2023 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Christmas Day | Dec 25, 2023 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Second Day of Christmas | Dec 26, 2023 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
Please also check the working days in Hungary in 2023.