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15 public holidays observed in North Macedonia during 2026. 3 school breaks shape travel demand. 11 long weekend opportunities.

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January 2026

  1. Jan1
    New Year's Day

    Thursday

  2. Jan7
    Orthodox Christmas Day

    Wednesday

March 2026

  1. Mar20

    Eid al-Fitr

    Friday

April 2026

  1. Apr6
    Orthodox Easter Monday

    Monday

  2. Apr13
    Orthodox Easter Monday

    Monday

May 2026

  1. May1
    Labour Day

    Friday

  2. May24

    Saints Cyril and Methodius Day

    Sunday · Weekend

  3. May25

    Saints Cyril and Methodius Day (Observed)

    Monday

August 2026

  1. Aug2

    Republic Day

    Sunday · Weekend

  2. Aug3

    Republic Day (Observed)

    Monday

September 2026

  1. Sep8

    Independence Day

    Tuesday

October 2026

  1. Oct11

    Day of People's Uprising

    Sunday · Weekend

  2. Oct12

    Day of People's Uprising (Observed)

    Monday

  3. Oct23

    Day of the Macedonian Revolutionary Struggle

    Friday

December 2026

  1. Dec8

    Saint Kliment Ohridski Day

    Tuesday

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Long weekend opportunities

Smart windows to maximize your time off.

New Year's Day

Jan 1 – 4

4days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Eid al-Fitr

Mar 20 – 22

3days off
Fri20★
Sat21·
Sun22·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Orthodox Easter Monday

Apr 4 – 6

3days off
Sat4·
Sun5·
Mon6★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Orthodox Easter Monday

Apr 11 – 13

3days off
Sat11·
Sun12·
Mon13★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Labour Day

May 1 – 3

3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Saints Cyril and Methodius Day

May 23 – 25

3days off
Sat23·
Sun24★
Mon25★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Republic Day

Aug 1 – 3

3days off
Sat1·
Sun2★
Mon3★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Independence Day

Sep 5 – 8

4days off
Sat5·
Sun6·
Mon7↓ off
Tue8★

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Day of People's Uprising

Oct 10 – 12

3days off
Sat10·
Sun11★
Mon12★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Day of the Macedonian Revolutionary Struggle

Oct 23 – 25

3days off
Fri23★
Sat24·
Sun25·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Saint Kliment Ohridski Day

Dec 5 – 8

4days off
Sat5·
Sun6·
Mon7↓ off
Tue8★

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

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School holidays 2026

When schools are closed — peak travel demand from families.

Dec31

Winter Holidays

Dec 31 – Jan 19 · 20 days

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Summer Holidays

Jun 11 – Aug 31 · 82 days

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Winter Holidays

Dec 31 – Jan 18 · 19 days

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Important public holiday information · North Macedonia

General information

  • •When a public holiday falls on Sunday, the following Monday is observed as a non-working day.
  • •Eid al-Fitr (Ramazan Bajram) is based on the lunar calendar. The date shown is an estimate and may shift by 1–2 days depending on moon sighting.

Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in North Macedonia in 2026?
North Macedonia observes 15 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), Orthodox Christmas Day (January 7, 2026), Eid al-Fitr (March 20, 2026), Orthodox Easter Monday (April 6, 2026), Orthodox Easter Monday (April 13, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does North Macedonia have in 2026?
North Macedonia observes 15 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is New Year's Day in North Macedonia 2026?
New Year's Day in North Macedonia falls on January 1, 2026.
When is Orthodox Christmas Day in North Macedonia 2026?
Orthodox Christmas Day in North Macedonia falls on January 7, 2026.
When is Eid al-Fitr in North Macedonia 2026?
Eid al-Fitr in North Macedonia falls on March 20, 2026.
When is Orthodox Easter Monday in North Macedonia 2026?
Orthodox Easter Monday in North Macedonia falls on April 6, 2026.
When is Labour Day in North Macedonia 2026?
Labour Day in North Macedonia falls on May 1, 2026.
When is Saints Cyril and Methodius Day in North Macedonia 2026?
Saints Cyril and Methodius Day in North Macedonia falls on May 24, 2026.
When is Saints Cyril and Methodius Day (Observed) in North Macedonia 2026?
Saints Cyril and Methodius Day (Observed) in North Macedonia falls on May 25, 2026.
When is Republic Day in North Macedonia 2026?
Republic Day in North Macedonia falls on August 2, 2026.
When is Republic Day (Observed) in North Macedonia 2026?
Republic Day (Observed) in North Macedonia falls on August 3, 2026.
When is Independence Day in North Macedonia 2026?
Independence Day in North Macedonia falls on September 8, 2026.
When is Day of People's Uprising in North Macedonia 2026?
Day of People's Uprising in North Macedonia falls on October 11, 2026.
When is Day of People's Uprising (Observed) in North Macedonia 2026?
Day of People's Uprising (Observed) in North Macedonia falls on October 12, 2026.
When is Day of the Macedonian Revolutionary Struggle in North Macedonia 2026?
Day of the Macedonian Revolutionary Struggle in North Macedonia falls on October 23, 2026.
When is Saint Kliment Ohridski Day in North Macedonia 2026?
Saint Kliment Ohridski Day in North Macedonia falls on December 8, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in North Macedonia?
Most public holidays in North Macedonia are observed only on the exact date. Some countries grant a substitute weekday off when a holiday lands on a Saturday or Sunday — check the notes for each holiday above.
Are banks closed on public holidays in North Macedonia?
Yes — most banks, public administration offices, and the stock exchange close on national public holidays. Some retail and tourism businesses stay open.
What is a "bridge day"?
A bridge day is a regular working day that falls between a public holiday and a weekend (e.g. a Friday after a Thursday holiday). Many people take this day off to extend the long weekend without using extra vacation.
Are these dates official for North Macedonia?
Dates are sourced from official government publications and the relevant ministries. Always confirm regional and local observances closer to your travel date — especially for substitute holidays and bank-only days.
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