Austria Public & National Holidays (2026)

A German-speaking country in Central Europe, Austria covers 83,879 km2 or 32,386 sq mi, while the capital Vienna has approximately 1.8 million inhabitants. Surrounding countries include Hungary, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Italy.

Public holidays in Austria consist of religious, national and cultural holidays. During these days, banks in Austria are closed and most people spend time with their families.

What are the public holidays in Austria?

New Year’s Day
New Year’s Day is the first day of the year according to the Gregorian calendar.

Easter Monday
Celebrated the day after Easter Sunday, Easter Monday commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Labor Day
In most countries, Labor Day commemorates and honors the labor movement and welcomes the spring season.

Ascension Day
In Austria, Ascension Day is the 40th day of Easter that commemorates the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven 39 days after the resurrection on Easter Sunday.

Whit Monday
Also known as Pentecost Monday, Whit Monday commemorates the coming of the Holy Spirit in the form of flames to the Apostles.

Corpus Christi Day
The Corpus Christi is a Catholic liturgical solemnity celebrating the real presence of the body and blood of Jesus Christ. It is a holiday in Austria.

Assumption Day
Assumption Day is the day Mother Mary ascended to heaven.

National Holiday
Austria’s National Day commemorates the country’s declaration of neutrality on this day in 1955.

All Saints Day
This holiday remembers all Christian saints.

Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve is celebrated on December 24 and is also a public holiday in Austria.

Christmas Day
Celebrated every December 25, Christmas is a special day for all Christians in Austria.

St. Stephen`s Day
This day commemorates the first martyr among Christians.

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