Belgium Public Holidays 2026
Belgium observes 10 national public holidays in 2026. The first falls on January 1, 2026 (Nouvel An) and the last on December 25, 2026 (Noël). Of these, 2 land on a weekend, which is worth checking if you are counting on days off from work.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nouvel An | January 1, 2026 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Lundi de Pâques | April 6, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Fête du travail | May 1, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Ascension | May 14, 2026 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Lundi de Pentecôte | May 25, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Fête nationale | July 21, 2026 | Tuesday | Public holiday |
| Assomption | August 15, 2026 | SaturdayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Toussaint | November 1, 2026 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Armistice | November 11, 2026 | Wednesday | Public holiday |
| Noël | December 25, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
May is the densest month for holidays, which tends to shape travel and shopping patterns. Use the table below to see each 2026 holiday in Belgium, when it happens and which day of the week it lands on. We track national holidays only, leaving out regional variations, so the list stays consistent and easy to compare with other countries.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Belgium have in 2026?
Belgium has 10 national public holidays in 2026. The first is Nouvel An on January 1, 2026 and the last is Noël on December 25, 2026.
What is the first public holiday of 2026 in Belgium?
The first public holiday of 2026 is Nouvel An, which falls on January 1, 2026, a Thursday.
What is the last public holiday of 2026 in Belgium?
The final national public holiday of 2026 is Noël on December 25, 2026, a Friday.
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: