In 2026, Austria has 20 official public holidays. The month with the most holidays is May, with 5. 2 months have no public holiday at all.
There are 6 potential long weekends this year, from holidays landing on a Monday or Friday. Meanwhile, 6 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday.
The longest stretch without a public holiday runs from Epiphany (January 6) to Saint Joseph's Day (March 19): 72 days.
The first holiday of the year is New Year's Day (January 1) and the last is St. Stephen's Day (December 26).
Long weekends in 2026
Holidays landing on a Monday or Friday
Easter Monday
April 6 · Monday
National Holiday
May 1 · Friday
Saint Florian's Day
May 4 · Monday
Whit Monday
May 25 · Monday
National Holiday
October 26 · Monday
Christmas Day
December 25 · Friday
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Austria have in 2026?+
Austria has 20 official public holidays in 2026, with May being the busiest month (5).
What is the first public holiday of 2026 in Austria?+
The first public holiday of 2026 is New Year's Day, on January 1.
How many long weekends are there in Austria in 2026?+
6 holidays land on a Monday or Friday, which can create long weekends.
Which 2026 holidays fall on a weekend in Austria?+
6 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday: Easter Sunday (April 5), Pentecost (May 24), Assumption Day (August 15), All Saints' Day (November 1), Saint Leopold's Day (November 15), St. Stephen's Day (December 26).