In 2026, Switzerland has 33 official public holidays. The month with the most holidays is December, with 6. 3 months have no public holiday at all.
There are 11 potential long weekends this year, from holidays landing on a Monday or Friday. Meanwhile, 10 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday.
The longest stretch without a public holiday runs from Epiphany (January 6) to Republic Day (March 1): 54 days.
The first holiday of the year is New Year's Day (January 1) and the last is Restoration Day (December 31).
Long weekends in 2026
Holidays landing on a Monday or Friday
St. Berchtold's Day
January 2 · Friday
Good Friday
April 3 · Friday
Easter Monday
April 6 · Monday
Easter Monday
April 6 · Monday
Labour Day
May 1 · Friday
Labour Day
May 1 · Friday
Whit Monday
May 25 · Monday
Whit Monday
May 25 · Monday
Saint Peter and Saint Paul
June 29 · Monday
Federal Fast Monday
September 21 · Monday
Christmas Day
December 25 · Friday
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Switzerland have in 2026?+
Switzerland has 33 official public holidays in 2026, with December being the busiest month (6).
What is the first public holiday of 2026 in Switzerland?+
The first public holiday of 2026 is New Year's Day, on January 1.
How many long weekends are there in Switzerland in 2026?+
11 holidays land on a Monday or Friday, which can create long weekends.
Which 2026 holidays fall on a weekend in Switzerland?+
10 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday: Republic Day (March 1), Näfels procession (April 4), Swiss National Day (August 1), Assumption of the Virgin Mary (August 15), Assumption of the Virgin Mary (August 15), Federal Day of Thanksgiving (September 20), All Saints' Day (November 1), All Saints' Day (November 1), St. Stephen's Day (December 26), St. Stephen's Day (December 26).