Hungary Public & National Holidays (2026)

Located in Central Europe, Hungary’s land area spans 93,030 km², while the population is estimated at 9.773 million.

Hungary is one of the oldest countries in Europe and around two-thirds of Hungarians are of the Roman Catholic faith.

Public holidays in Hungary consist of religious and national holidays observed by Hungarians across the country.

When are public holidays in Hungary?

What are the public holidays in Hungary?

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

Revolution Day
Also known as the Revolution and Independence Day, this holiday marks the start of the Revolution against the Austrian empire in 1848.

Good Friday
Good Friday is observed by Christians around the world, commemorating the death and crucifixion of Jesus.

Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday is an important Christian holiday that celebrates and commemorates the resurrection of Jesus after his crucifixion.

Labor Day
Labor Day in Hungary commemorates the efforts and achievements of the labor movement.

St. Stephen’s Day
In Hungary, St. Stephen’s Day celebrates St. Stephen of Hungary who was the first King of the country who laid the foundation of Christianity.

Republic Day
Hungary’s Republic Day marks the uprising of the Soviet Union and the proclamation of the Third Hungarian Republic.

All Saints’ Day
All Saints’ Day in Hungary is a day dedicated to remembering all lost loved ones and relatives.

Christmas Day
Christmas Day is a Christian holiday that celebrates the birth of Jesus, in accordance with the Gregorian Calendar.

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