Euro Conversion Public Holiday
Jan 2 – 4
3days off
Fri2★
Sat3·
Sun4·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Long weekends
Long Weekends in Bulgaria 2026
5Long weekends
2Bridge days
23Total days off
2Vacation days to take
Take 2 vacation days this year and enjoy 23 days off in total.
Liberation Day
Feb 28 – Mar 3
4days off
Sat28·
Sun1·
Mon2↓ off
Tue3★
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Orthodox Easter
Apr 10 – 13
4days off
Fri10★
Sat11·
Sun12·
Mon13↓ off
4-day holiday period.
Labour Day
May 1 – 3
3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Substitute Holiday for Education and Culture Day
May 23 – 25
3days off
Sat23·
Sun24★
Mon25★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Substitute Holiday for Unification Day
Sep 5 – 7
3days off
Sat5·
Sun6★
Mon7★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Independence Day
Sep 19 – 22
4days off
Sat19·
Sun20·
Mon21↓ off
Tue22★
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Christmas
Dec 24 – 27
4days off
Thu24★
Fri25↓ off
Sat26·
Sun27·
4-day holiday period.
Substitute Holiday for Second Day of Christmas
Dec 26 – 28
3days off
Sat26·
Sun27·
Mon28★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a long weekend in Bulgaria?
A long weekend in Bulgaria occurs when a public holiday falls on a Monday or Friday, giving you a 3-day weekend without using any vacation days.
What is a bridge day?
A bridge day is a working day between a public holiday and a weekend. Taking that one day off creates a stretch of 4 or more consecutive days off. For example, if a holiday falls on Thursday, taking Friday off gives you a 4-day weekend.
How many long weekend opportunities are there in Bulgaria in 2026?
In 2026, Bulgaria has 7 vacation extension opportunities — a combination of natural long weekends and bridge days.
When are the best long weekends to travel in Bulgaria in 2026?
The best long weekends for travel in Bulgaria depend on the season and your destination. Spring and autumn bridge days often offer the best mix of good weather and fewer crowds.