Portugal · 2026

Portugal observes 13 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), Good Friday (April 3, 2026), Easter Sunday (April 5, 2026), Liberation Day (April 25, 2026), Labour Day (May 1, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.

Portugal observes 13 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.

New Year's Day in Portugal falls on January 1, 2026.

Good Friday in Portugal falls on April 3, 2026.

Easter Sunday in Portugal falls on April 5, 2026.

Liberation Day in Portugal falls on April 25, 2026.

Labour Day in Portugal falls on May 1, 2026.

Corpus Christi in Portugal falls on June 4, 2026.

National Day in Portugal falls on June 10, 2026.

Assumption Day in Portugal falls on August 15, 2026.

Republic Day in Portugal falls on October 5, 2026.

All Saints' Day in Portugal falls on November 1, 2026.

Independence Restoration Day in Portugal falls on December 1, 2026.

Immaculate Conception in Portugal falls on December 8, 2026.

Christmas Day in Portugal falls on December 25, 2026.

Most public holidays in Portugal 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.

Yes — most banks, public administration offices, and the stock exchange close on national public holidays. Some retail and tourism businesses stay open.

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.

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.