Belgium Public Holidays 2025
In 2025, there are 10 public holidays across Belgium. Holidays run from Nouvel An in January through to Noël at the end of the year. 1 of them fall on a Saturday or Sunday this year, so the number of extra days away from the desk depends on the calendar.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nouvel An | January 1, 2025 | Wednesday | Public holiday |
| Lundi de Pâques | April 21, 2025 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Fête du travail | May 1, 2025 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Ascension | May 29, 2025 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Lundi de Pentecôte | June 9, 2025 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Fête nationale | July 21, 2025 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Assomption | August 15, 2025 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Toussaint | November 1, 2025 | SaturdayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Armistice | November 11, 2025 | Tuesday | Public holiday |
| Noël | December 25, 2025 | Thursday | Public holiday |
The busiest stretch is May (2 holidays), a good window to plan around if you rely on offices, banks or schools being open. Below you will find the full 2025 list for Belgium, sorted by date, with the weekday marked for quick planning. Only nationwide public holidays are included here, which keeps the Belgium calendar clean and comparable.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Belgium have in 2025?
Belgium has 10 national public holidays in 2025. The first is Nouvel An on January 1, 2025 and the last is Noël on December 25, 2025.
What is the first public holiday of 2025 in Belgium?
The first public holiday of 2025 is Nouvel An, which falls on January 1, 2025, a Wednesday.
What is the last public holiday of 2025 in Belgium?
The final national public holiday of 2025 is Noël on December 25, 2025, a Thursday.
Are regional holidays included for Belgium?
No. This calendar lists national public holidays only. State, provincial and regional holidays that apply to just part of Belgium are not included, which keeps the list consistent across countries.
Other years for Belgium
Planning further ahead or looking back? Compare the Belgium public holiday calendar across years: