Public holidays

Switzerland · 2026

33 holidays including 4 national and 29 regional observances.

33
Total
4
National
29
Regional
21
Public

Guide to public holidays in Switzerland

Overview, context, and quick answers for 2026.

Holiday overview

Switzerland observes 33 public holidays throughout 2026, including 4 national and 29 regional. 21 are official public holidays with government recognition.

Use the monthly calendar below for exact dates. Planning in Switzerland means tracking both fixed-date holidays and variable dates set by calendar or decree.

Key context

  • Location: Switzerland (CH), Europe
  • Distribution: 12% national, 88% regional
  • Official public: 64% of listed holidays
  • Year: 2026 (Gregorian)

Why this calendar matters

Public holidays affect government hours, banking, and many businesses. Use this list to avoid conflicts and plan travel or operations in Switzerland.

FAQ in this guide

How many public holidays does Switzerland have in 2026?

Switzerland has 33 public holidays in 2026, including 4 national and 29 regional. 21 are official government-recognized public holidays.

What are the most important holidays in Switzerland?

Major holidays include national days, religious observances, and cultural events—often with closures for government offices, banks, and many businesses.

Do holidays in Switzerland affect business?

Yes. Many offices and banks close or reduce hours on public holidays; private businesses vary by sector and region.

Are there regional differences?

Yes. Switzerland has both nationwide holidays and regional observances in specific areas or communities.

Geographic & cultural context

Location
  • Country: Switzerland (CH)
  • Continent: Europe
  • Coordinates: 46.8182, 8.2275
  • Time zone: CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2)
Holiday mix
  • National, regional, religious, and cultural
  • Gregorian calendar
  • Official days often close government offices
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Holidays by month

All observances for 2026, grouped by month.

January 2025

4 holidays

Neujahr

National
Wednesday, January 1, 2025

New Year's Day is observed on January 1st, marking the start of the Gregorian calendar year. It is a global holiday celebrated with festivities and the anticipation of new beginnings.

Berchtoldstag

Regional
Thursday, January 2, 2025

St. Berchtold's Day is celebrated on January 2nd in some parts of Switzerland. The exact origins are debated, but it is a regional public holiday.

Heilige Drei Könige

Regional
Monday, January 6, 2025

Epiphany, also known as Three Kings' Day, is a Christian feast day commemorating the visit of the Magi to the infant Jesus. It is celebrated on January 6th.

Heilige Drei Könige

Regional
Monday, January 6, 2025
Observance

Epiphany, also known as Three Kings' Day, is a Christian feast day commemorating the visit of the Magi to the infant Jesus. It is celebrated on January 6th.

March 2025

3 holidays

Jahrestag der Ausrufung der Republik

Regional
Saturday, March 1, 2025

Republic Day in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, commemorates the founding of the Republic of Neuchâtel in 1848. It is celebrated on March 1st.

Josefstag

Regional
Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Saint Joseph's Day is a Christian feast day celebrated on March 19th in honor of Saint Joseph, the husband of Mary. It is observed in some cantons of Switzerland.

Josefstag

Regional
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Observance

Saint Joseph's Day is a Christian feast day celebrated on March 19th in honor of Saint Joseph, the husband of Mary. It is observed in some cantons of Switzerland.

April 2025

4 holidays

Näfelser Fahrt

Regional
Friday, April 4, 2025

The Näfels Procession is a Catholic procession held annually in Näfels, Glarus, Switzerland. It commemorates the Battle of Näfels in 1388.

Karfreitag

Regional
Friday, April 18, 2025

Good Friday is a Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It is observed during Holy Week as part of the Paschal Triduum.

Ostermontag

Regional
Monday, April 21, 2025

Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday in the Christian calendar. It is observed in some regions as part of the Easter celebrations.

Ostermontag

Regional
Monday, April 21, 2025
Observance

Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday in the Christian calendar. It is observed in some regions as part of the Easter celebrations.

May 2025

3 holidays

Tag der Arbeit

Regional
Thursday, May 1, 2025

Labour Day, also known as May Day, is a celebration of laborers and the working classes. It is observed on May 1st in some regions.

Tag der Arbeit

Regional
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Observance

Labour Day, also known as May Day, is a celebration of laborers and the working classes. It is observed on May 1st in some regions.

Auffahrt

National
Thursday, May 29, 2025

Ascension Day is a Christian holiday commemorating Jesus Christ's ascension into heaven. It is celebrated 40 days after Easter.

June 2025

5 holidays

Pfingstmontag

Regional
Monday, June 9, 2025

Whit Monday, also known as Pentecost Monday, is a Christian holiday celebrated the day after Pentecost. It commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles.

Pfingstmontag

Regional
Monday, June 9, 2025
Observance

Whit Monday, also known as Pentecost Monday, is a Christian holiday celebrated the day after Pentecost. It commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles.

Fronleichnam

Regional
Thursday, June 19, 2025

Corpus Christi is a Christian feast celebrating the Holy Eucharist. It is traditionally observed on the Thursday after Trinity Sunday.

Fronleichnam

Regional
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Observance

Corpus Christi is a Christian feast celebrating the Holy Eucharist. It is traditionally observed on the Thursday after Trinity Sunday.

Peter und Paul

Regional
Sunday, June 29, 2025
Observance

Saints Peter and Paul Day is a liturgical feast in honor of the apostles Saint Peter and Saint Paul. It is observed on June 29th.

August 2025

3 holidays

Bundesfeier

National
Friday, August 1, 2025

Swiss National Day is celebrated on August 1st. It commemorates the founding of the Swiss Confederacy in 1291.

Maria Himmelfahrt

Regional
Friday, August 15, 2025

The Assumption of the Virgin Mary is a Christian feast day celebrating the belief that God assumed the Virgin Mary into Heaven. It is celebrated on August 15th.

Maria Himmelfahrt

Regional
Friday, August 15, 2025
Observance

The Assumption of the Virgin Mary is a Christian feast day celebrating the belief that God assumed the Virgin Mary into Heaven. It is celebrated on August 15th.

September 2025

3 holidays

Jeûne genevois

Regional
Thursday, September 11, 2025

The Geneva Prayday (Jeûne genevois) is a public holiday in the Canton of Geneva, Switzerland. It is a day of fasting and prayer, traditionally held on the Thursday following the first Sunday in September.

Eidgenössischer Dank-, Buss- und Bettag

Regional
Sunday, September 21, 2025
Observance

The Federal Day of Thanksgiving, Repentance and Prayer is a day of prayer observed in some cantons of Switzerland. It is typically held on the third Sunday of September.

Bettagsmontag

Regional
Monday, September 22, 2025

Federal Fast Monday is a public holiday in the Canton of Vaud, Switzerland. It is a day of fasting and reflection.

November 2025

2 holidays

Allerheiligen

Regional
Saturday, November 1, 2025

All Saints' Day is a Christian festival celebrated on November 1st. It is a day to remember and honor all the saints, known and unknown.

Allerheiligen

Regional
Saturday, November 1, 2025
Observance

All Saints' Day is a Christian festival celebrated on November 1st. It is a day to remember and honor all the saints, known and unknown.

December 2025

6 holidays

Mariä Empfängnis

Regional
Monday, December 8, 2025

The Immaculate Conception is a Christian belief about the conception of the Virgin Mary. It is celebrated on December 8th.

Mariä Empfängnis

Regional
Monday, December 8, 2025
Observance

The Immaculate Conception is a Christian belief about the conception of the Virgin Mary. It is celebrated on December 8th.

Weihnachten

National
Thursday, December 25, 2025

Christmas Day is celebrated on December 25th and commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ. It is a major cultural and religious holiday.

Stephanstag

Regional
Friday, December 26, 2025

St. Stephen's Day is a Christian feast day celebrated on December 26th. It commemorates Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr.

Stephanstag

Regional
Friday, December 26, 2025
Observance

St. Stephen's Day is a Christian feast day celebrated on December 26th. It commemorates Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr.

Restauration de la République

Regional
Wednesday, December 31, 2025

Restoration Day in Geneva commemorates the re-establishment of the Republic of Geneva in 1813. It is celebrated on December 31st.

Frequently asked questions

How many public holidays are there in Switzerland?

Switzerland has 33 public holidays in 2026, including 4 national and 29 regional observances.

Are all holidays in Switzerland national?

No. There are 4 national holidays and 29 regional holidays that apply only in certain areas.

Which are official public holidays?

21 holidays are marked as public; these are typically the most important for closures and time off.

When do holidays occur?

Dates are spread across the year—see the monthly calendar above for each exact date in 2026.

Do all businesses close?

Government offices usually close on official public holidays; private businesses vary by sector and region.

How do I stay updated?

Bookmark this page. We refresh data from official sources as schedules are published or amended.

Data summary

Structured overview for this country and year.

33
Total
Listed holidays
4
National
Country-wide
29
Regional
Local
21
Public
Official type

Dataset details

Geography
  • Country: Switzerland (CH)
  • Continent: Europe
  • Coordinates: 46.8182, 8.2275
  • Time zone: CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2)
Time
  • Year: 2026
  • Calendar: Gregorian
  • Reference date: 2026-03-29

Switzerland · 2026

33 dates for planning operations, travel, and time off in Switzerland.

33
Total
4
National
29
Regional
21
Public

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