Public Holidays in Netherlands in 2026
Complete list of official public holidays and observances
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Official Public Holidays
10 holidays in Netherlands for 2026
| Holiday | Date | Day | Applies To |
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New Year's Day
New Year's Day (nieuwjaarsdag, oud en nieuw) is the first day of a new calendar year. In the Neth...
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January 01 | Thursday | Nationwide |
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Good Friday
Good Friday is the Friday before Easter Sunday in the Netherlands.
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April 03 | Friday | Nationwide |
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Easter Sunday
On Easter Sunday (paaszondag, pasen) many Christians in the Netherlands celebrate the resurrectio...
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April 05 | Sunday | Nationwide |
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Easter Monday
Easter Monday (tweede paasdag) in the Netherlands is the day after Easter Sunday.
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April 06 | Monday | Nationwide |
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King's Birthday
The King’s official birthday in the Netherlands is a festive occasion that is annually celebrated...
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April 27 | Monday | Nationwide |
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Ascension Day
Ascension Day (hemelvaart) in the Netherlands is the 40th day of Easter and ten days before Pente...
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May 14 | Thursday | Nationwide |
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Whit Sunday
Pentecost (Pinksteren) in the Netherlands is seven weeks after Easter Sunday. It commemorates the...
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May 24 | Sunday | Nationwide |
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Whit Monday
The second day of Pentecost (tweede pinksterdag) in the Netherlands is on a Monday seven weeks af...
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May 25 | Monday | Nationwide |
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Christmas Day
Christmas Day (kerst, kerstmis) is a public holiday in the Netherlands that commemorates Jesus Ch...
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December 25 | Friday | Nationwide |
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Second Day of Christmas
The second day of Christmas is a holiday for many people in the Netherlands. It always falls on D...
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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 Netherlands.
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About Public Holidays in Netherlands
In the Netherlands, public holidays are an essential part of the cultural calendar, providing employees with designated days off to celebrate significant events and traditions. The country observes several national holidays, including New Year's Day, King's Day, and Christmas, along with regional holidays that may vary by province. Employers are required to adhere to these public holidays, ensuring that staff leave is managed effectively and in accordance with Dutch labor laws. Understanding the intricacies of public holidays is crucial for businesses to maintain compliance and foster a positive workplace environment. For more information on public holidays in the Netherlands, you can visit the official government website at Government.nl.