Public holidays · Serbia
Central Serbia · 2026
17 public holidays observed in Central Serbia during 2026. 7 school breaks shape travel demand. 5 long weekend opportunities.
All 2026 holidays
17 totalSelect a faith:
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January 2026
- Jan1New Year's Day
Thursday
- Jan2New Year Holiday
Friday
- Jan7Orthodox Christmas Day
Wednesday
February 2026
- Feb15Sretenje - Statehood Day
Sunday · Weekend
- Feb17
April 2026
- Apr5Catholic Good Friday
Sunday · Weekend
- Apr5Catholic Holy Saturday
Sunday · Weekend
- Apr5Catholic Easter Sunday
Sunday · Weekend
- Apr5Catholic Easter Monday
Sunday · Weekend
- Apr10Orthodox Good Friday
Friday
- Apr11Orthodox Holy Saturday
Saturday · Weekend
- Apr12Orthodox Easter Sunday
Sunday · Weekend
- Apr13Orthodox Easter Monday
Monday
May 2026
- May1Labour Day
Friday
- May2
Labour Day Holiday
Saturday · Weekend
November 2026
- Nov11Armistice Day
Wednesday
December 2026
- Dec25Catholic Christmas
Friday
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January 2026
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1New Year's Day🌉 4d
2New Year Holiday📅 3d
7Orthodox Christmas Day
2Bridge day → New Year's Day
February 2026
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15Sretenje - Statehood Day
17Sretenje - Statehood Day (Substitute Day)🌉 4d
16Bridge day → Sretenje - Statehood Day (Substitute Day)
March 2026
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April 2026
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5Catholic Good Friday
5Catholic Holy Saturday
5Catholic Easter Sunday
5Catholic Easter Monday
10Orthodox Good Friday📅 3d
11Orthodox Holy Saturday
12Orthodox Easter Sunday
13Orthodox Easter Monday📅 3d
May 2026
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1Labour Day📅 3d
2Labour Day Holiday
June 2026
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July 2026
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September 2026
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11Armistice Day
December 2026
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25Catholic Christmas📅 3d
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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★
Sat3·
Sun4·
Falls naturally on a weekend.
Sretenje - Statehood Day
Feb 14 – 17
4days off
Sat14·
Sun15★
Mon16↓ off
Tue17★
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Orthodox Good Friday
Apr 10 – 13
4days off
Fri10★
Sat11★
Sun12★
Mon13★
Falls naturally on a weekend.
Labour Day
May 1 – 3
3days off
Fri1★
Sat2★
Sun3·
Falls naturally on a weekend.
Catholic Christmas
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.
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Breaks by education level
Different school levels have different break dates.
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Dec31
Winter Break
Dec 31 – Jan 16 · 17 days
Feb16
Sretenje Break
Feb 16–20 · 5 days
Apr10
Spring Break
Apr 10–14 · 5 days
Jun15
Summer Break
Jun 15 – Aug 31 · 78 days
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Dec31
Winter Break
Dec 31 – Jan 16 · 17 days
Feb16
Sretenje Break
Feb 16–20 · 5 days
Apr10
Spring Break
Apr 10–14 · 5 days
Jun22
Summer Break
Jun 22 – Aug 31 · 71 days
RS-VO:PRIMARY3 breaks
Dec24
Winter Break
Dec 24 – Jan 9 · 17 days
Apr3
Spring Break
Apr 3–14 · 12 days
Jun15
Summer Break
Jun 15 – Aug 31 · 78 days
RS-VO:SECONDARY3 breaks
Dec24
Winter Break
Dec 24 – Jan 9 · 17 days
Apr3
Spring Break
Apr 3–14 · 12 days
Jun22
Summer Break
Jun 22 – Aug 31 · 71 days
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Important public holiday information · Serbia
General information
- •Employees have the right to take one paid day off for their family's Slava (patron saint day). The date varies by family as each Orthodox family celebrates a different patron saint throughout the year.
Frequently asked questions
What are the public holidays in Central Serbia in 2026?
Central Serbia observes 17 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), New Year Holiday (January 2, 2026), Orthodox Christmas Day (January 7, 2026), Sretenje - Statehood Day (February 15, 2026), Sretenje - Statehood Day (Substitute Day) (February 17, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Central Serbia have in 2026?
Central Serbia observes 17 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is New Year's Day in Central Serbia 2026?
New Year's Day in Central Serbia falls on January 1, 2026.
When is New Year Holiday in Central Serbia 2026?
New Year Holiday in Central Serbia falls on January 2, 2026.
When is Orthodox Christmas Day in Central Serbia 2026?
Orthodox Christmas Day in Central Serbia falls on January 7, 2026.
When is Sretenje - Statehood Day in Central Serbia 2026?
Sretenje - Statehood Day in Central Serbia falls on February 15, 2026.
When is Sretenje - Statehood Day (Substitute Day) in Central Serbia 2026?
Sretenje - Statehood Day (Substitute Day) in Central Serbia falls on February 17, 2026.
When is Catholic Good Friday in Central Serbia 2026?
Catholic Good Friday in Central Serbia falls on April 5, 2026.
When is Catholic Holy Saturday in Central Serbia 2026?
Catholic Holy Saturday in Central Serbia falls on April 5, 2026.
When is Catholic Easter Sunday in Central Serbia 2026?
Catholic Easter Sunday in Central Serbia falls on April 5, 2026.
When is Catholic Easter Monday in Central Serbia 2026?
Catholic Easter Monday in Central Serbia falls on April 5, 2026.
When is Orthodox Good Friday in Central Serbia 2026?
Orthodox Good Friday in Central Serbia falls on April 10, 2026.
When is Orthodox Holy Saturday in Central Serbia 2026?
Orthodox Holy Saturday in Central Serbia falls on April 11, 2026.
When is Orthodox Easter Sunday in Central Serbia 2026?
Orthodox Easter Sunday in Central Serbia falls on April 12, 2026.
When is Orthodox Easter Monday in Central Serbia 2026?
Orthodox Easter Monday in Central Serbia falls on April 13, 2026.
When is Labour Day in Central Serbia 2026?
Labour Day in Central Serbia falls on May 1, 2026.
When is Labour Day Holiday in Central Serbia 2026?
Labour Day Holiday in Central Serbia falls on May 2, 2026.
When is Armistice Day in Central Serbia 2026?
Armistice Day in Central Serbia falls on November 11, 2026.
When is Catholic Christmas in Central Serbia 2026?
Catholic Christmas in Central Serbia falls on December 25, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Central Serbia?
Most public holidays in Central Serbia 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 Central Serbia?
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 Central Serbia?
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.