Public Holidays in Macedonia
Upcoming Holidays
- May1
Labour Day
In 2 daysPublic - May23
National Day of Authorities
In 24 daysOptional - May24
Saints Cyril and Methodius Day
In 25 daysPublic
Holiday Calendar
January(5 holidays)
- 1WedNew Year's DayPublic
- 6MonOrthodox Christmas EveOptional
- 7TueOrthodox ChristmasPublic
- 19SunEpiphanyOptional
- 27MonSt. SavaOptional
March(2 holidays)
- 30SunEnd of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)Public
- 31MonEnd of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) (substitute day)PublicSubstitute
April(5 holidays)
- 8TueInternational Roma DayOptional
- 18FriOrthodox Good FridayOptional
- 20SunOrthodox EasterPublic
- 21MonOrthodox Easter MondayPublic
- 21MonEaster MondayOptional
May(3 holidays)
- 1ThuLabour DayPublic
- 23FriNational Day of AuthoritiesOptional
- 24SatSaints Cyril and Methodius DayPublic
June(3 holidays)
- 6FriFeast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)Optional
- 6FriFriday before PentecostOptional
- 8SunPentecostOptional
August(2 holidays)
- 2SatDay of the RepublicPublic
- 28ThuAssumptionOptional
September(2 holidays)
- 8MonIndependence DayPublic
- 28SunInternational Day of BosniaksOptional
October(3 holidays)
- 2ThuYom KippurOptional
- 11SatRevolution DayPublic
- 23ThuDay of the Macedonian Revolutionary StrugglePublic
November(2 holidays)
- 1SatAll Saints' DayOptional
- 22SatDay of the Albanian AlphabetOptional
December(3 holidays)
- 8MonSaint Clement of Ohrid DayPublic
- 21SunTurkish Language DayOptional
- 25ThuChristmas DayOptional
Holiday Types
About National Holidays in Macedonia
Official public holidays in Macedonia. 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 Macedonia Public Holidays 2025-2026
This strategic holiday planner shows how to combine 13 official public holidays in Macedonia 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.