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Public Holidays in Slovakia

Complete calendar of Slovak national holidays and observances for 2026

15

Total Holidays

2

National

13

Public

0

Observances

National Day of Slovakia

Day of the Establishment of the Slovak Republic

January 1

2026 Holiday Calendar

1 January (2 holidays)

January
1

Day of the Establishment of the Slovak Republic

National
January
6

Epiphany

Public

5 May (2 holidays)

May
1

Labour Day

Public
May
8

Victory over Fascism Day

Public

7 July (1 holiday)

July
5

Saints Cyril and Methodius Day

Public

8 August (1 holiday)

August
29

Slovak National Uprising Day

Public

9 September (2 holidays)

September
1

Constitution Day

National
September
15

Our Lady of the Seven Sorrows

Public

11 November (2 holidays)

November
1

All Saints' Day

Public
November
17

Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day

Public

12 December (3 holidays)

December
24

Christmas Eve

Public
December
25

Christmas Day

Public
December
26

St. Stephen's Day

Public

Variable Date Holidays (2 holidays)

These holidays follow lunar, religious, or other variable calendars and the exact date changes each year.

Varies

Good Friday

Public
Varies

Easter Monday

Public

Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Slovakia have?

Slovakia has 15 public holidays and observances, including 2 national holidays and 13 public holidays.

What is the national day of Slovakia?

The national day of Slovakia is Day of the Establishment of the Slovak Republic, celebrated on January 1.

Does Slovakia celebrate Christmas?

Yes, Christmas Day (December 25) is a public holiday in Slovakia.