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15 public holidays observed in Slovenia during 2026. 6 school breaks shape travel demand. 6 long weekend opportunities.

Public holidays

15

Long weekends

6

School breaks

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National holidays apply everywhere in Slovenia. Pick a state to see additional regional dates.

All 2026 holidays

15 total
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January 2026

  1. Jan1
    New Year's Day

    Thursday

  2. Jan2
    New Year Holiday

    Friday

February 2026

  1. Feb8
    Prešeren Day

    Sunday · Weekend

April 2026

  1. Apr5
    Easter Sunday

    Sunday · Weekend

  2. Apr6
    Easter Monday

    Monday

  3. Apr27
    Day of Uprising Against the Occupation

    Monday

May 2026

  1. May1
    Labour Day

    Friday

  2. May2

    Labour Day Holiday

    Saturday · Weekend

  3. May24
    Whit Sunday

    Sunday · Weekend

June 2026

  1. Jun25
    Statehood Day

    Thursday

August 2026

  1. Aug15
    Assumption of Mary

    Saturday · Weekend

October 2026

  1. Oct31
    Reformation Day

    Saturday · Weekend

November 2026

  1. Nov1
    All Saints' Day

    Sunday · Weekend

December 2026

  1. Dec25
    Christmas Day

    Friday

  2. Dec26
    Independence and Unity Day

    Saturday · Weekend

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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.

Easter Holidays

Apr 4 – 6

3days off
Sat4·
Sun5★
Mon6★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Day of Uprising Against the Occupation

Apr 25 – 27

3days off
Sat25·
Sun26·
Mon27★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Labour Day Holidays

May 1 – 3

3days off
Fri1★
Sat2★
Sun3·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Statehood Day

Jun 25 – 28

4days off
Thu25★
Fri26↓ off
Sat27·
Sun28·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Christmas Day

Dec 25 – 27

3days off
Fri25★
Sat26★
Sun27·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

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School holidays 2026

When schools are closed — peak travel demand from families.

RegionAllMura Statistical RegionDrava Statistical RegionCarinthia Statistical RegionSavinja Statistical RegionCentral Sava Statistical RegionLower Sava Statistical RegionSoutheast Slovenia Statistical RegionLittoral–Inner Carniola Statistical RegionCentral Slovenia Statistical RegionUpper Carniola Statistical RegionGorizia Statistical RegionCoastal–Karst Statistical Region

Breaks by region

Pick your group above to see only the relevant dates.

Mura Statistical Region5 breaks
Dec25

Christmas Holidays

Dec 25 – Jan 2 · 9 days

Feb16

Winter holidays (Group 1)

Feb 16–20 · 5 days

Apr3

Easter Holidays

Apr 3–7 · 5 days

Apr27

May Day holidays

Apr 27 – May 2 · 6 days

Jun26

Summer Holidays

Jun 26 – Aug 31 · 67 days

Drava Statistical Region5 breaks
Dec25

Christmas Holidays

Dec 25 – Jan 2 · 9 days

Feb16

Winter holidays (Group 1)

Feb 16–20 · 5 days

Apr3

Easter Holidays

Apr 3–7 · 5 days

Apr27

May Day holidays

Apr 27 – May 2 · 6 days

Jun26

Summer Holidays

Jun 26 – Aug 31 · 67 days

Carinthia Statistical Region5 breaks
Dec25

Christmas Holidays

Dec 25 – Jan 2 · 9 days

Feb16

Winter holidays (Group 1)

Feb 16–20 · 5 days

Apr3

Easter Holidays

Apr 3–7 · 5 days

Apr27

May Day holidays

Apr 27 – May 2 · 6 days

Jun26

Summer Holidays

Jun 26 – Aug 31 · 67 days

Savinja Statistical Region5 breaks
Dec25

Christmas Holidays

Dec 25 – Jan 2 · 9 days

Feb16

Winter holidays (Group 1)

Feb 16–20 · 5 days

Apr3

Easter Holidays

Apr 3–7 · 5 days

Apr27

May Day holidays

Apr 27 – May 2 · 6 days

Jun26

Summer Holidays

Jun 26 – Aug 31 · 67 days

Central Sava Statistical Region5 breaks
Dec25

Christmas Holidays

Dec 25 – Jan 2 · 9 days

Feb16

Winter holidays (Group 1)

Feb 16–20 · 5 days

Apr3

Easter Holidays

Apr 3–7 · 5 days

Apr27

May Day holidays

Apr 27 – May 2 · 6 days

Jun26

Summer Holidays

Jun 26 – Aug 31 · 67 days

Lower Sava Statistical Region5 breaks
Dec25

Christmas Holidays

Dec 25 – Jan 2 · 9 days

Feb16

Winter holidays (Group 1)

Feb 16–20 · 5 days

Apr3

Easter Holidays

Apr 3–7 · 5 days

Apr27

May Day holidays

Apr 27 – May 2 · 6 days

Jun26

Summer Holidays

Jun 26 – Aug 31 · 67 days

Southeast Slovenia Statistical Region5 breaks
Dec25

Christmas Holidays

Dec 25 – Jan 2 · 9 days

Feb16

Winter holidays (Group 1)

Feb 16–20 · 5 days

Apr3

Easter Holidays

Apr 3–7 · 5 days

Apr27

May Day holidays

Apr 27 – May 2 · 6 days

Jun26

Summer Holidays

Jun 26 – Aug 31 · 67 days

Littoral–Inner Carniola Statistical Region5 breaks
Dec25

Christmas Holidays

Dec 25 – Jan 2 · 9 days

Feb23

Winter holidays (Group 2)

Feb 23–27 · 5 days

Apr3

Easter Holidays

Apr 3–7 · 5 days

Apr27

May Day holidays

Apr 27 – May 2 · 6 days

Jun26

Summer Holidays

Jun 26 – Aug 31 · 67 days

Central Slovenia Statistical Region5 breaks
Dec25

Christmas Holidays

Dec 25 – Jan 2 · 9 days

Feb23

Winter holidays (Group 2)

Feb 23–27 · 5 days

Apr3

Easter Holidays

Apr 3–7 · 5 days

Apr27

May Day holidays

Apr 27 – May 2 · 6 days

Jun26

Summer Holidays

Jun 26 – Aug 31 · 67 days

Upper Carniola Statistical Region5 breaks
Dec25

Christmas Holidays

Dec 25 – Jan 2 · 9 days

Feb23

Winter holidays (Group 2)

Feb 23–27 · 5 days

Apr3

Easter Holidays

Apr 3–7 · 5 days

Apr27

May Day holidays

Apr 27 – May 2 · 6 days

Jun26

Summer Holidays

Jun 26 – Aug 31 · 67 days

Gorizia Statistical Region5 breaks
Dec25

Christmas Holidays

Dec 25 – Jan 2 · 9 days

Feb23

Winter holidays (Group 2)

Feb 23–27 · 5 days

Apr3

Easter Holidays

Apr 3–7 · 5 days

Apr27

May Day holidays

Apr 27 – May 2 · 6 days

Jun26

Summer Holidays

Jun 26 – Aug 31 · 67 days

Coastal–Karst Statistical Region5 breaks
Dec25

Christmas Holidays

Dec 25 – Jan 2 · 9 days

Feb23

Winter holidays (Group 2)

Feb 23–27 · 5 days

Apr3

Easter Holidays

Apr 3–7 · 5 days

Apr27

May Day holidays

Apr 27 – May 2 · 6 days

Jun26

Summer Holidays

Jun 26 – Aug 31 · 67 days

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Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in Slovenia in 2026?
Slovenia observes 15 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), New Year Holiday (January 2, 2026), Prešeren Day (February 8, 2026), Easter Sunday (April 5, 2026), Easter Monday (April 6, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Slovenia have in 2026?
Slovenia observes 15 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is New Year's Day in Slovenia 2026?
New Year's Day in Slovenia falls on January 1, 2026.
When is New Year Holiday in Slovenia 2026?
New Year Holiday in Slovenia falls on January 2, 2026.
When is Prešeren Day in Slovenia 2026?
Prešeren Day in Slovenia falls on February 8, 2026.
When is Easter Sunday in Slovenia 2026?
Easter Sunday in Slovenia falls on April 5, 2026.
When is Easter Monday in Slovenia 2026?
Easter Monday in Slovenia falls on April 6, 2026.
When is Day of Uprising Against the Occupation in Slovenia 2026?
Day of Uprising Against the Occupation in Slovenia falls on April 27, 2026.
When is Labour Day in Slovenia 2026?
Labour Day in Slovenia falls on May 1, 2026.
When is Labour Day Holiday in Slovenia 2026?
Labour Day Holiday in Slovenia falls on May 2, 2026.
When is Whit Sunday in Slovenia 2026?
Whit Sunday in Slovenia falls on May 24, 2026.
When is Statehood Day in Slovenia 2026?
Statehood Day in Slovenia falls on June 25, 2026.
When is Assumption of Mary in Slovenia 2026?
Assumption of Mary in Slovenia falls on August 15, 2026.
When is Reformation Day in Slovenia 2026?
Reformation Day in Slovenia falls on October 31, 2026.
When is All Saints' Day in Slovenia 2026?
All Saints' Day in Slovenia falls on November 1, 2026.
When is Christmas Day in Slovenia 2026?
Christmas Day in Slovenia falls on December 25, 2026.
When is Independence and Unity Day in Slovenia 2026?
Independence and Unity Day in Slovenia falls on December 26, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Slovenia?
Most public holidays in Slovenia 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 Slovenia?
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 Slovenia?
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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