Ireland Public Holidays 2026

Ireland has 10 public holidays. St. Patrick's Day is the most internationally recognized.

All 2026 Holidays

New Year's DayJanuary 1, 2026ThursdayDetailsCountdown
St. Brigid's Day1st Monday in FebruaryVariable
Easter MondayMonday after EasterVariable
May Bank Holiday1st Monday in MayVariable
June Bank Holiday1st Monday in JuneVariable
August Bank Holiday1st Monday in AugustVariable
October Bank HolidayLast Monday in OctoberVariable
Christmas DayDecember 25, 2026FridayDetailsCountdown
St. Stephen's DayDecember 26, 2026SaturdayDetails

Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Ireland have?

Ireland has 10 major public holidays.

What are the main holidays in Ireland?

New Year's Day, St. Brigid's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Easter Monday, May Bank Holiday, June Bank Holiday, August Bank Holiday, October Bank Holiday, Christmas Day, St. Stephen's Day.

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