French Polynesia Public Holidays 2026

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

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                        About Public Holidays in French Polynesia

                        Public holidays in French Polynesia 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 French Polynesia 2026

                        DateDayHolidayType
                        January 1, 2026ThursdayNouvel AnPublic Holiday
                        March 5, 2026ThursdayArrivée de l'ÉvangilePublic Holiday
                        April 3, 2026FridayVendredi saintPublic Holiday
                        April 6, 2026MondayLundi de PâquesPublic Holiday
                        May 1, 2026FridayFête du travailPublic Holiday
                        May 8, 2026FridayFête de la Victoire 1945Public Holiday
                        May 14, 2026ThursdayAscensionPublic Holiday
                        May 25, 2026MondayLundi de PentecôtePublic Holiday
                        July 14, 2026TuesdayFête Nationale de la FrancePublic Holiday
                        August 15, 2026SaturdayAssomptionPublic Holiday
                        November 1, 2026SundayToussaintPublic Holiday
                        November 11, 2026WednesdayArmistice 1918Public Holiday
                        November 20, 2026FridayMatari'iPublic Holiday
                        December 25, 2026FridayNoëlPublic Holiday
                        Show 2027 public holidays

                        All Public Holidays in French Polynesia 2027

                        DateDayHolidayType
                        January 1, 2027FridayNouvel AnPublic Holiday
                        March 5, 2027FridayArrivée de l'ÉvangilePublic Holiday
                        March 26, 2027FridayVendredi saintPublic Holiday
                        March 29, 2027MondayLundi de PâquesPublic Holiday
                        May 1, 2027SaturdayFête du travailPublic Holiday
                        May 6, 2027ThursdayAscensionPublic Holiday
                        May 8, 2027SaturdayFête de la Victoire 1945Public Holiday
                        May 17, 2027MondayLundi de PentecôtePublic Holiday
                        July 14, 2027WednesdayFête Nationale de la FrancePublic Holiday
                        August 15, 2027SundayAssomptionPublic Holiday
                        November 1, 2027MondayToussaintPublic Holiday
                        November 11, 2027ThursdayArmistice 1918Public Holiday
                        November 20, 2027SaturdayMatari'iPublic Holiday
                        December 25, 2027SaturdayNoëlPublic Holiday

                        Frequently Asked Questions

                        How many public holidays are there in French Polynesia?

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

                        Do businesses close on public holidays in French Polynesia?

                        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 French Polynesia?

                        Use the "Best Time to Take PTO / Vacation" section on this page. It automatically finds the public holidays in French Polynesia 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 French Polynesia 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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