Public Holidays in Albania
Upcoming Holidays
- May1
Labour Day
In 2 daysPublic - Jun1
Children's Day
In 33 daysObservance - Jun6
Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)
In 39 daysPublic
Holiday Calendar
January(2 holidays)
- 1WedNew Year's DayPublic
- 2ThuNew Year HolidayPublic
March(6 holidays)
- 2SunLeague of Lezhë dayObservance
- 7FriTeacher's DayObservance
- 8SatMother's DayObservance
- 14FriSummer DayPublic
- 22SatSultan Nevruz's DayPublic
- 30SunEnd of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)Public
April(5 holidays)
- 1TueApril Fools' DayObservance
- 20SunCatholic EasterPublic
- 20SunOrthodox EasterPublic
- 21MonCatholic EasterPublic
- 21MonOrthodox EasterPublic
May(1 holiday)
- 1ThuLabour DayPublic
June(2 holidays)
- 1SunChildren's DayObservance
- 6FriFeast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)Public
October(2 holidays)
- 19SunMother Teresa DayPublic
- 20MonMother Teresa Day (substitute day)PublicSubstitute
November(3 holidays)
- 22SatAlphabet DayObservance
- 28FriIndependence DayPublic
- 29SatLiberation DayPublic
December(3 holidays)
- 8MonYouth DayPublic
- 24WedChristmas EveBank
- 25ThuChristmas DayPublic
Holiday Types
About National Holidays in Albania
Official public holidays in Albania. These are designated non-working days when most businesses, schools, government offices, and financial institutions are closed. Understanding these holidays is essential for planning business operations, travel itineraries, and personal time off.
Holiday planning tips: Consider booking accommodations and transportation well in advance for major holidays. Many locals take extended vacations during key holiday periods, which can affect availability of services and create opportunities for longer breaks by strategically using your vacation days.
Maximize Your Vacation Days with Albania Public Holidays 2025-2026
This strategic holiday planner shows how to combine 17 official public holidays in Albania with your annual leave for extended vacations and long weekends. Create the perfect work-life balance by optimizing your time off around these key dates.