Public Holidays in Italy in 2026
Complete list of official public holidays and observances
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Official Public Holidays
12 holidays in Italy for 2026
| Holiday | Date | Day | Applies To |
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New Year's Day
New Year’s Day is celebrated in Italy on January 1 each year.
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January 01 | Thursday | Nationwide |
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Epiphany
Epiphany is a national holiday in Italy celebrated annually on January 6.
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January 06 | Tuesday | Nationwide |
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Easter Sunday
Easter Day is a public holiday that is celebrated widely throughout Italy each year.
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April 05 | Sunday | Nationwide |
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Easter Monday
Easter Monday is a public holiday in Italy that is celebrated annually on the day after Easter Day.
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April 06 | Monday | Nationwide |
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Liberation Day
Celebrated on April 25 each year, Italy’s Liberation Day commemorates when the Allied troops libe...
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April 25 | Saturday | Nationwide |
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Labor Day / May Day
Labor Day is a national holiday annually held in Italy on May 1.
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May 01 | Friday | Nationwide |
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Republic Day
Italy’s Republic Day is an annual public holiday on June 2 to commemorates the date Italians vote...
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June 02 | Tuesday | Nationwide |
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Assumption of Mary
Assumption Day, also known as the Feast of the Assumption, is an annual public holiday in Italy o...
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August 15 | Saturday | Nationwide |
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All Saints' Day
In Italy All Saints’ Day is a national public holiday celebrated on November 1 to commemorate the...
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November 01 | Sunday | Nationwide |
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Feast of the Immaculate Conception
Immaculate Conception Day is a nationwide holiday in Italy on December 8 that celebrates the beli...
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December 08 | Tuesday | Nationwide |
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Christmas Day
Christmas Day is a public holiday in Italy on December 25 to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.
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December 25 | Friday | Nationwide |
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St. Stephen's Day
St Stephen’s Day is a public holiday in Italy on December 26.
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December 26 | Saturday | Nationwide |
Legal Notice: This information is for guidance only and should not be considered legal advice. Always validate with local authorities or legal practitioners in Italy.
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About Public Holidays in Italy
Public holidays in Italy, known as "festività," play a significant role in the cultural and social fabric of the country. There are several national holidays, such as New Year's Day (Capodanno), Easter (Pasqua), and the Republic Day (Festa della Repubblica), celebrated across the nation. Additionally, each region and many cities have their own local holidays, often commemorating patron saints or historical events. These public holidays not only provide Italians with time off work but also foster a sense of community and tradition through various festivities and events. Understanding the public holiday calendar is essential for effective absence management and staff leave planning in businesses operating in Italy.