Italy combines national holidays with each city's patron saint day, which is a local holiday: St John in Florence and Genoa (24 June), Saints Peter and Paul in Rome (29 June), St Ambrose in Milan (7 December) or San Gennaro in Naples (19 September).
In 2028, Italy has 14 official public holidays. The month with the most holidays is April, with 3. 4 months have no public holiday at all.
There are 6 potential long weekends this year, from holidays landing on a Monday or Friday. Meanwhile, 2 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday.
The longest stretch without a public holiday runs from Epiphany (January 6) to Easter Sunday (April 16): 101 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 2028
Holidays landing on a Monday or Friday
Easter Monday
April 17 · Monday
International Workers Day
May 1 · Monday
Republic Day
June 2 · Friday
Whit Monday
June 5 · Monday
Immaculate Conception
December 8 · Friday
Christmas Day
December 25 · Monday
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Italy have in 2028?+
Italy has 14 official public holidays in 2028, with April being the busiest month (3).
What is the first public holiday of 2028 in Italy?+
The first public holiday of 2028 is New Year's Day, on January 1.
How many long weekends are there in Italy in 2028?+
6 holidays land on a Monday or Friday, which can create long weekends.
Which 2028 holidays fall on a weekend in Italy?+
2 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday: New Year's Day (January 1), Easter Sunday (April 16).