How many public holidays does Germany have in 2026?

Germany has 23 public holidays in 2026, with a total of 23 holidays, festivals, and observances throughout the year.

What are the main public holidays in Germany?

The main events in Germany include National Holiday, Ascension Day, New Year's Day, Reformation Day, World Children's Day.

When is the next holiday in Germany?

The next upcoming holiday in Germany is Repentance and Prayer Day on Wednesday, November 18, 2026.

Is there a complete national calendar for Germany 2026?

Yes, this page provides the complete Germany 2026 national calendar with 23 holidays, festivals, and observances.

When are the collective leave days in Germany for 2026?

Collective leave dates in Germany for 2026 are set by the government. See the public holidays table above for the complete list.

🇩🇪 Germany — 2026 Calendar

23 events

Upcoming Public Holidays

Sat, Oct 31Reformation Day
Sun, Nov 1All Saints' Day
Wed, Nov 18Repentance and Prayer Day
Thu, Dec 24Christmas Eve
Fri, Dec 25Christmas Day
Sat, Dec 26Boxing Day

National Holiday

Saturday, Sat, Oct 3

Public Holiday

Ascension Day

Thursday, Thu, May 14

Public Holiday

New Year's Day

Thursday, Thu, Jan 1

Public Holiday

Good Friday

Friday, Fri, Apr 3

Public Holiday

Labour Day

Friday, Fri, May 1

Public Holiday

May

Ascension DayThu, May 14
PentecostSun, May 24
Labour DayFri, May 1
Whit MondayMon, May 25

June

Corpus ChristiThu, Jun 4

August

Assumption DaySat, Aug 15

September

World Children's DaySun, Sep 20

October

National HolidaySat, Oct 3
Reformation DaySat, Oct 31
German Unity DaySat, Oct 3

November

Repentance and Prayer DayWed, Nov 18
All Saints' DaySun, Nov 1

December

Christmas EveThu, Dec 24
New Year's EveThu, Dec 31
Christmas DayFri, Dec 25
Boxing DaySat, Dec 26
St. Stephen's DaySat, Dec 26

Germany 2026 public holidays and festivals calendar overview — Complete overview of public holidays and festivals in Germany for 2026

Germany has 23 holidays, festivals, and observances in 2026. Browse the complete calendar below.

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🇩🇪 Frequently Asked Questions — Germany Holidays 2026

How many public holidays does Germany have in 2026?: Germany has 23 public holidays in 2026, with a total of 23 holidays, festivals, and observances throughout the year.
What are the main public holidays in Germany?: The main events in Germany include National Holiday, Ascension Day, New Year's Day, Reformation Day, World Children's Day.
When is the next holiday in Germany?: The next upcoming holiday in Germany is Repentance and Prayer Day on Wednesday, November 18, 2026.
Is there a complete national calendar for Germany 2026?: Yes, this page provides the complete Germany 2026 national calendar with 23 holidays, festivals, and observances.
When are the collective leave days in Germany for 2026?: Collective leave dates in Germany for 2026 are set by the government. See the public holidays table above for the complete list.

Holiday data for Germany is sourced from official government gazettes and verified against multiple public sources.