New Year's Day
Jan 1 â 4
4days off
Thu1â
Fri2â off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Take 1 day off â 4-day weekend
Long weekends
Long Weekends in Riau Islands, Indonesia 2026
5Long weekends
5Bridge days
35Total days off
5Vacation days to take
Take 5 vacation days this year and enjoy 35 days off in total.
Isra and Mi'raj
Jan 16 â 18
3days off
Fri16â
Sat17·
Sun18·
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
Chinese New Year
Feb 14 â 17
4days off
Sat14·
Sun15·
Mon16â off
Tue17â
Take 1 day off â 4-day weekend
Nyepi (Hindu New Year)
Mar 19 â 22
4days off
Thu19â
Fri20â off
Sat21â
Sun22·
Take 1 day off â 4-day weekend
Labour Day
May 1 â 3
3days off
Fri1â
Sat2·
Sun3·
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
Pancasila Day
May 30 â Jun 1
3days off
Sat30·
Sun31â
Mon1â
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
Hijri New Year
Jun 13 â 16
4days off
Sat13·
Sun14·
Mon15â off
Tue16â
Take 1 day off â 4-day weekend
Independence Day
Aug 15 â 17
3days off
Sat15·
Sun16·
Mon17â
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
Prophet's Birthday
Aug 22 â 25
4days off
Sat22·
Sun23·
Mon24â off
Tue25â
Take 1 day off â 4-day weekend
Christmas Day
Dec 25 â 27
3days off
Fri25â
Sat26·
Sun27·
Natural 3-day break â no vacation needed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a long weekend in Indonesia?
A long weekend in Indonesia 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 Indonesia in 2026?
In 2026, Indonesia has 10 vacation extension opportunities â a combination of natural long weekends and bridge days.
When are the best long weekends to travel in Indonesia in 2026?
The best long weekends for travel in Indonesia depend on the season and your destination. Spring and autumn bridge days often offer the best mix of good weather and fewer crowds.