Greece Public & National Holidays (2026)

Officially the Hellenic Republic, Greece is known for being the birthplace of democracy and is famous for its unique and historical architecture, as well as the multiple beautiful islands that attract millions of tourists every year.

The total land area of Greece spans up to 131,957 km², while the population is estimated at 10,449,094.

Public holidays in Greece consist of religious and national holidays observed by Greeks across the country.

When are public holidays in Greece?

What are the public holidays in Greece?

New Year’s Day
New Year’s Day is a public holiday in Greece that commemorates the first day of the new year according to the Gregorian Calendar.

Epiphany
Also known as Three Kings Day, this day commemorates the presentation of baby Jesus to the three wise men.

Clean Monday
Clean Monday in Greece marks the beginning of the season of Great Lent in the Orthodox Church.

Greek Independence Day
The Greek Independence Day marks the country’s independence from the Ottoman Empire.

Orthodox Good Friday
Following the Julian Calendar rather than the Gregorian Calendar, Orthodox Good Friday is observed to remember the death and crucifixion of Jesus.

Orthodox Easter Monday
Celebrated a day after Orthodox Easter Sunday, this day celebrates the resurrection of Jesus.

Protomagia
Also known as Labor Day, in Greece, this holiday commemorates the efforts and achievements of the labor movement. It also marks the end of the winter season.

Holy Spirit Monday
Commonly known as Orthodox Pentecost Monday, this day commemorates the coming of the Holy Spirit in the form of flames to the Apostles.

Assumption Day
Known as the Feast of the Assumption of Mary, this day commemorates the departure of Mary from this life and the assumption of her body into heaven.

National Anniversary Day
The National Anniversary Day celebrates the anniversary of the day Greece got its Independence.

Christmas Day
Christmas Day is a Christian holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus according to the Gregorian Calendar and is celebrated by Christians all over the world.

Synaxis of the Mother of God
This public holiday in Greece is the second day of Christmas in the Orthodox Church and is dedicated to the Virgin Mary.

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