Public holidays
Romania · 2026
17 public holidays observed in Romania during 2026. 3 school breaks shape travel demand. 8 long weekend opportunities.
All 2026 holidays
17 totalListCalendar
January 2026
- Jan1New Year's Day
Thursday
- Jan2New Year Holiday
Friday
- Jan6Epiphany
Tuesday
- Jan7
Synaxis of St. John the Baptist
Wednesday
- Jan24
Union of the Romanian Principalities
Saturday · Weekend
April 2026
- Apr3Orthodox Good Friday
Friday
- Apr5Orthodox Easter Sunday
Sunday · Weekend
- Apr6Orthodox Easter Monday
Monday
May 2026
- May1Labour Day
Friday
- May24
Orthodox Whit Sunday
Sunday · Weekend
- May25
Orthodox Whit Monday
Monday
June 2026
- Jun1Children's Day
Monday
August 2026
- Aug15Assumption of Mary
Saturday · Weekend
November 2026
- Nov30Feast of Saint Andrew
Monday
December 2026
- Dec1
Great Union Day
Tuesday
- Dec25Christmas Day
Friday
- Dec26
2nd Day of Christmas
Saturday · Weekend
LegendPublic holidayBridge day opportunityWeekend
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1New Year's Day🌉 4d
2New Year Holiday📅 3d
6Epiphany🌉 4d
7Synaxis of St. John the Baptist
24Union of the Romanian Principalities
2Bridge day → New Year's Day
5Bridge day → Epiphany
February 2026
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March 2026
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April 2026
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3Orthodox Good Friday📅 3d
5Orthodox Easter Sunday
6Orthodox Easter Monday📅 3d
May 2026
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1Labour Day📅 3d
24Orthodox Whit Sunday
25Orthodox Whit Monday📅 3d
June 2026
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1Children's Day📅 3d
July 2026
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September 2026
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October 2026
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November 2026
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30Feast of Saint Andrew📅 3d
30Bridge day → Great Union Day
December 2026
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1Great Union Day🌉 4d
25Christmas Day📅 3d
262nd Day of Christmas
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Long weekend opportunities
Smart windows to maximize your time off.
New Year Holidays
Jan 1 – 4
4days off
Thu1★
Fri2★
Sat3·
Sun4·
Falls naturally on a weekend.
New Year's Day
Jan 1 – 7
7days off
Thu1★
Fri2★
Sat3·
Sun4·
Mon5↓ off
Tue6★
Wed7★
Take 1 day off → 7-day weekend
Orthodox Easter Holidays
Apr 3 – 6
4days off
Fri3★
Sat4·
Sun5★
Mon6★
Falls naturally on a weekend.
Labour Day
May 1 – 3
3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·
Falls naturally on a weekend.
Orthodox Whitsun Holidays
May 23 – 25
3days off
Sat23·
Sun24★
Mon25★
Falls naturally on a weekend.
Children's Day
May 30 – Jun 1
3days off
Sat30·
Sun31·
Mon1★
Falls naturally on a weekend.
Feast of Saint Andrew
Nov 28 – Dec 1
4days off
Sat28·
Sun29·
Mon30★
Tue1★
Falls naturally on a weekend.
Christmas Holidays
Dec 25 – 27
3days off
Fri25★
Sat26★
Sun27·
Falls naturally on a weekend.
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Plan your next long weekend
Choose a domestic or international Beevago pick for each upcoming break.
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School holidays 2026
When schools are closed — peak travel demand from families.
Dec22
Winter Holidays
Dec 22 – Jan 7 · 17 days
Apr6–14
Spring Holidays
Apr 6–14 · 9 days
Jun22
Summer Holidays
Jun 22 – Sep 6 · 77 days
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Important public holiday information · Romania
General information
- •All dates listed are official non-working public holidays in Romania
- •Orthodox Easter dates vary each year based on the Julian calendar calculation
Frequently asked questions
What are the public holidays in Romania in 2026?
Romania observes 17 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), New Year Holiday (January 2, 2026), Epiphany (January 6, 2026), Synaxis of St. John the Baptist (January 7, 2026), Union of the Romanian Principalities (January 24, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Romania have in 2026?
Romania observes 17 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is New Year's Day in Romania 2026?
New Year's Day in Romania falls on January 1, 2026.
When is New Year Holiday in Romania 2026?
New Year Holiday in Romania falls on January 2, 2026.
When is Epiphany in Romania 2026?
Epiphany in Romania falls on January 6, 2026.
When is Synaxis of St. John the Baptist in Romania 2026?
Synaxis of St. John the Baptist in Romania falls on January 7, 2026.
When is Union of the Romanian Principalities in Romania 2026?
Union of the Romanian Principalities in Romania falls on January 24, 2026.
When is Orthodox Good Friday in Romania 2026?
Orthodox Good Friday in Romania falls on April 3, 2026.
When is Orthodox Easter Sunday in Romania 2026?
Orthodox Easter Sunday in Romania falls on April 5, 2026.
When is Orthodox Easter Monday in Romania 2026?
Orthodox Easter Monday in Romania falls on April 6, 2026.
When is Labour Day in Romania 2026?
Labour Day in Romania falls on May 1, 2026.
When is Orthodox Whit Sunday in Romania 2026?
Orthodox Whit Sunday in Romania falls on May 24, 2026.
When is Orthodox Whit Monday in Romania 2026?
Orthodox Whit Monday in Romania falls on May 25, 2026.
When is Children's Day in Romania 2026?
Children's Day in Romania falls on June 1, 2026.
When is Assumption of Mary in Romania 2026?
Assumption of Mary in Romania falls on August 15, 2026.
When is Feast of Saint Andrew in Romania 2026?
Feast of Saint Andrew in Romania falls on November 30, 2026.
When is Great Union Day in Romania 2026?
Great Union Day in Romania falls on December 1, 2026.
When is Christmas Day in Romania 2026?
Christmas Day in Romania falls on December 25, 2026.
When is 2nd Day of Christmas in Romania 2026?
2nd Day of Christmas in Romania falls on December 26, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Romania?
Most public holidays in Romania 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 Romania?
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 Romania?
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.