Czech Republic Public Holidays 2026

View the complete list of public holidays and bank holidays in Czech Republic for 2026. Plan your year ahead with official dates, weekdays, and observances.

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                        About Public Holidays in Czech Republic

                        Public holidays in Czech Republic are official observances that may affect government offices, schools, banks, businesses, and public services. These holidays often include national celebrations, religious observances, and important civic dates.

                        This calendar helps residents, travelers, employers, and families plan vacations, work schedules, school breaks, and business closures around official holiday dates.

                        Working Days and Business Closures

                        On major public holidays, many government offices, banks, schools, and private businesses may close or operate with reduced hours. Opening times for shops, restaurants, transport, and local services can vary.

                        Always check with local authorities, employers, or service providers for exact opening hours during public holidays.

                        All Public Holidays in Czech Republic 2026

                        DateDayHolidayType
                        January 1, 2026ThursdayNový rok a Den obnovy samostatného českého státuPublic Holiday
                        April 3, 2026FridayVelký pátekPublic Holiday
                        April 6, 2026MondayVelikonoční pondělíPublic Holiday
                        May 1, 2026FridaySvátek prácePublic Holiday
                        May 8, 2026FridayDen vítězstvíPublic Holiday
                        July 5, 2026SundayDen slovanských věrozvěstů Cyrila a MetodějePublic Holiday
                        July 6, 2026MondayDen upálení mistra Jana HusaPublic Holiday
                        September 28, 2026MondayDen české státnostiPublic Holiday
                        October 28, 2026WednesdayDen vzniku samostatného československého státuPublic Holiday
                        November 17, 2026TuesdayDen boje za svobodu a demokraciiPublic Holiday
                        December 24, 2026ThursdayŠtědrý denPublic Holiday
                        December 25, 2026Friday1. svátek vánočníPublic Holiday
                        December 26, 2026Saturday2. svátek vánočníPublic Holiday
                        Show 2027 public holidays

                        All Public Holidays in Czech Republic 2027

                        DateDayHolidayType
                        January 1, 2027FridayNový rok a Den obnovy samostatného českého státuPublic Holiday
                        March 26, 2027FridayVelký pátekPublic Holiday
                        March 29, 2027MondayVelikonoční pondělíPublic Holiday
                        May 1, 2027SaturdaySvátek prácePublic Holiday
                        May 8, 2027SaturdayDen vítězstvíPublic Holiday
                        July 5, 2027MondayDen slovanských věrozvěstů Cyrila a MetodějePublic Holiday
                        July 6, 2027TuesdayDen upálení mistra Jana HusaPublic Holiday
                        September 28, 2027TuesdayDen české státnostiPublic Holiday
                        October 28, 2027ThursdayDen vzniku samostatného československého státuPublic Holiday
                        November 17, 2027WednesdayDen boje za svobodu a demokraciiPublic Holiday
                        December 24, 2027FridayŠtědrý denPublic Holiday
                        December 25, 2027Saturday1. svátek vánočníPublic Holiday
                        December 26, 2027Sunday2. svátek vánočníPublic Holiday

                        Frequently Asked Questions

                        How many public holidays are there in Czech Republic?

                        The number of public holidays in Czech Republic can vary by year depending on official calendars, weekends, and local observances.

                        Do businesses close on public holidays in Czech Republic?

                        Many government offices, banks, schools, and businesses close on major public holidays, although private businesses may follow different schedules.

                        Are public holidays the same every year?

                        Some holidays fall on fixed dates every year, while others change because they are based on weekends, religious calendars, or official yearly announcements.

                        How can I take fewer PTO days but get more time off in Czech Republic?

                        Use the "Best Time to Take PTO / Vacation" section on this page. It automatically finds the public holidays in Czech Republic that fall closest to a weekend and tells you exactly how many PTO or vacation days to book to turn them into the longest possible consecutive break.

                        What is the "Smart Time Off" feature?

                        Smart Time Off highlights the single best upcoming opportunity to bridge a public holiday in Czech Republic with a weekend using the fewest PTO or vacation days, so you can plan ahead for the biggest break with the least time taken off work.

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