Public Holidays in Hungary
Upcoming Holidays
- May1
Labour Day
In 2 daysPublic - May4
Mother's Day
In 5 daysObservance - May21
National Defense Day
In 22 daysObservance
Holiday Calendar
January(1 holiday)
- 1WedNew Year's DayPublic
February(2 holidays)
- 1SatMemorial Day of the RepublicObservance
- 25TueMemorial Day for the Victims of the Communist DictatorshipsObservance
March(2 holidays)
- 8SatInternational Women's DayObservance
- 15SatNational DayPublic
April(4 holidays)
- 16WedMemorial Day for the Victims of the HolocaustObservance
- 18FriGood FridayPublic
- 20SunEaster SundayPublic
- 21MonEaster MondayPublic
May(3 holidays)
- 1ThuLabour DayPublic
- 4SunMother's DayObservance
- 21WedNational Defense DayObservance
June(4 holidays)
- 4WedDay of National UnityObservance
- 8SunPentecostPublic
- 9MonWhit MondayPublic
- 19ThuDay of the Independent HungaryObservance
August(1 holiday)
- 20WedSaint Stephen's DayPublic
October(2 holidays)
- 6MonMemorial Day for the Martyrs of AradObservance
- 23ThuNational DayPublic
November(1 holiday)
- 1SatAll Saints' DayPublic
December(5 holidays)
- 6SatSaint NicholasObservance
- 24WedChristmas EveOptional
- 25ThuChristmas DayPublic
- 26FriBoxing DayPublic
- 31WedNew Year's EveObservance
Holiday Types
About National Holidays in Hungary
Official public holidays in Hungary. 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 Hungary Public Holidays 2025-2026
This strategic holiday planner shows how to combine 13 official public holidays in Hungary 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.