Denmark Public Holidays 2026
In 2026, there are 10 public holidays across Denmark. The first falls on January 1, 2026 (Nytår) and the last on December 26, 2026 (Anden Juledag). Around 3 coincide with the weekend, so plan long weekends around the rest.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nytår | January 1, 2026 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Skærtorsdag | April 2, 2026 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Langfredag | April 3, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Påskesøndag | April 5, 2026 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Anden påskedag | April 6, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Kristi Himmelfartsdag | May 14, 2026 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Pinsedag | May 24, 2026 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Anden Pinsedag | May 25, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Juledag | December 25, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Anden Juledag | December 26, 2026 | SaturdayWeekend | Public holiday |
The busiest stretch is April (4 holidays), a good window to plan around if you rely on offices, banks or schools being open. Use the table below to see each 2026 holiday in Denmark, when it happens and which day of the week it lands on. Regional and local observances are excluded, so what you see are the holidays recognised across Denmark.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Denmark have in 2026?
Denmark has 10 national public holidays in 2026. The first is Nytår on January 1, 2026 and the last is Anden Juledag on December 26, 2026.
What is the first public holiday of 2026 in Denmark?
The first public holiday of 2026 is Nytår, which falls on January 1, 2026, a Thursday.
What is the last public holiday of 2026 in Denmark?
The final national public holiday of 2026 is Anden Juledag on December 26, 2026, a Saturday.
Are regional holidays included for Denmark?
No. This calendar lists national public holidays only. State, provincial and regional holidays that apply to just part of Denmark are not included, which keeps the list consistent across countries.
Other years for Denmark
Planning further ahead or looking back? Compare the Denmark public holiday calendar across years: