EU Public Holidays
Estonia / Finland / France / Germany / Greece / Hungary / Ireland
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Public Holidays in EU Member States
Holidays in EU member states are occasions for social celebration, as they often reflect the cultural, religious, and historical diversity of the European Union. Holidays can also foster a sense of belonging, solidarity, and identity among EU citizens, as well as promote mutual understanding and respect for different traditions and values.
Countries:
Estonia / Finland / France / Germany / Greece / Hungary / Ireland
Estonia
Known for its digital society and beautiful nature, Estonia joined the EU in 2004
New Year’s Day: January 1
Independence Day: February 24
Good Friday: March 29
Easter Sunday: March 31
Spring Day: May 1
Victory Day: June 23
Midsummer Day: June 24
Independence Restoration Day: August 20
Christmas Day: December 25
Boxing Day: December 26
Finland
Known for its high-quality education and beautiful landscapes, Finland joined the EU in 1995
New Year’s Day: January 1
Epiphany: January 6
Good Friday: March 29
Easter Sunday: March 31
Easter Monday: April 1
May Day: May 1
Ascension Day: May 9
Whit Sunday: May 19
Midsummer’s Eve: June 21
Midsummer Day: June 22
All Saints’ Day: November 2
Independence Day: December 6
Christmas Eve: December 24
Christmas Day: December 25
Boxing Day: December 26
France
One of the founding members of the EU, France is known for its rich culture and global influence
New Year’s Day: 1 January 1
Good Friday (observed in Alsace and Moselle only): 29 March 29
Easter Monday: April 1
Labour Day: May 1
Victory Day: May 8
Ascension Day: May 9
Whit Sunday: May 19
Whit Monday: May 20
Bastille Day: July 14
Assumption Day: August 15
All Saints’ Day: November 1
Armistice Day: November 11
Christmas Day: December 25
St Stephen’s Day (observed in Alsace and Moselle only): December 26
Germany
Known for its strong economy and rich history, Germany is one of the founding members of the EU
New Year’s Day: January 1
Epiphany: January 6
International Women’s Day: March 8
Good Friday: March 28
Easter Sunday: March 31
Easter Monday: April 1
Labour Day: May 1
Ascension Day: May 9
Whit Sunday: May 19
Whit Monday: May 20
Corpus Christi: May 30
Assumption Day: August 15
Day of German Unity: October 3
Reformation Day: October 31
All Saints’ Day: November 1
Repentance Day: November 20
Christmas Day: December 25
2nd Day of Christmas: December 26
Greece
Known for its ancient history and beautiful islands, Greece joined the EU in 1981
New Year’s Day: January 1
Epiphany: January 6
Orthodox Ash Monday: March 18
Independence Day: March 25
Labour Day: May 1
Orthodox Good Friday: May 3
Orthodox Easter Sunday: May 5
Orthodox Easter Monday: May 6
Orthodox Whit Sunday: June 23
Orthodox Whit Monday: June 24
Assumption Day: Augaust 15
Ochi Day: October 28
Christmas Day: December 25
2nd Day of Christmas: December 26
Hungary
Known for its rich cultural heritage and thermal spas, Hungary joined the EU in 2004
New Year’s Day: January 1
Revolution Day: March 15
Good Friday: March 29
Easter Monday: April 1
Labour Day: May 1
Ascension Day: May 9
Whit Sunday: May 19
Whit Monday: May 20
Saint Stephen’s Day: August 20
Republic Day: October 23
All Saints’ Day: November 1
Christmas Day: December 25
2nd Day of Christmas: December 26
Ireland
Known for its beautiful landscapes and rich literary tradition, Ireland joined the EU in 1973
New Year’s Day: January 1
Saint Patrick’s Day: March 17
Easter Monday: April 1
May Day: May 6
June Bank Holiday: June 3
August Bank Holiday: August 5
October Bank Holiday: October 28
Christmas Day: December 25
St Stephen’s Day: Dec:ember 26
Please note that these dates may vary depending on the region within the country. For the most accurate information, it’s best to check the official government websites of these countries.