There are 13 public holidays in the Czech Republic in 2026, two of which fall on weekends: Saturday and Sunday.
New Year's Day
New Year Holiday, celebrated on January 1, 2026, is the first day of the year on the modern Gregorian calendar, and it is one of the most popular holidays in the world.
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 on April 3, 2026.
Easter Monday
Easter Monday is to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus, and it is the Monday after Easter Sunday. It is observed on April 6, 2026.
Labour Day
Labour Day is observed on May 1, 2026, 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.
Liberation Day
Liberation Day commemorates when the Czech Republic was liberated from Nazi Germany by the Allied forces on May 8, 1945, which also marks the end of World War II in Europe. It is called Victory Day in some countries. The holiday falls on May 8, 2026.
St. Cyril and St. Methodius Day
St. Cyril and St. Methodius were two brothers born in the 9th century. They both became missionaries when they grew up and brought Christianity to the Slavic peoples of central Europe. The holiday falls on July 5, 2026.
Jan Hus Day
Jan Hus Day, observed on July 6, 2026, commemorates the Martyrdom of Jan Hus, a Czech theologian and scholar. He was born in 1372 and died on July 6, 1415. He was a Church reformer and was burned for his opinions against the doctrines of the Catholic Church.
Czech Statehood Day
Czech Statehood Day, also known as St. Wenceslas Day, is a public holiday in the Czech Republic, and it is observed on September 28, 2026. Czech Statehood Day commemorates the martyrdom of Czech Prince Wenceslas, who his brother assassinated on September 28, 935.
Czechoslovak Independence Day
Czechoslovak Independent Day, observed on October 28, 2026, celebrates the birth of independent Czechoslovakia when it was declared independence from Austria-Hungary on October 28, 1918.
Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day
Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day, observed on November 17, 2026, commemorates the two most important events in the Czech Republic and Slovakia (former Czechoslovakia): the student demonstrations on November 17, 1939, and the student demonstrations on November 1989.
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is celebrated on December 25, 2026, 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 celebration last three days, from December 24 to 26, 2026.
St. Stephen's Day
St. Stephen's Day is observed on December 26, 2026, a holiday commemorating the life of St. Stephen, a Christian deacon and the first Christian martyr.
The following is the list of public holidays in Czech Republic 2026.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 01, 2026 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Good Friday | Apr 03, 2026 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Easter Monday | Apr 06, 2026 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Labour Day | May 01, 2026 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| Liberation Day | May 08, 2026 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| St. Cyril and St. Methodius Day | Jul 05, 2026 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Jan Hus Day | Jul 06, 2026 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Czech Statehood Day | Sep 28, 2026 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Czechoslovak Independence Day | Oct 28, 2026 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day | Nov 17, 2026 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Christmas Eve | Dec 24, 2026 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Christmas Day | Dec 25, 2026 | Friday | Public Holiday |
| St. Stephen's Day | Dec 26, 2026 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
Please also check the working days in the Czech Republic in 2026.