🇧🇪 Next Public Holiday — Belgium

Belgian National Day

Q: How many public holidays does Belgium have in 2026?

Belgium has 14 public holidays in 2026.

Q: What is the next public holiday in Belgium?

The next public holiday in Belgium is New Year's Day on 1 January 2026.

Q: Are public holidays paid days off in Belgium?

In Belgium, most public holidays are paid days off for employees. Always verify with your employer or local labour authority.

Nationale feestdag

21 July 2026

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All Public Holidays 2026

14 holidays

Date	Holiday	Type
1 January 2026	New Year's Day Nieuwjaar	National
3 April 2026	Good Friday Goede Vrijdag	National
5 April 2026	Easter Sunday Pasen	National
6 April 2026	Easter Monday Paasmaandag	National
1 May 2026	Labour Day Dag van de arbeid	National
14 May 2026	Ascension Day Onze Lieve Heer hemel	National
15 May 2026	Day after Ascension Day	National
25 May 2026	Whit Monday Pinkstermaandag	National
21 July 2026	NextBelgian National Day Nationale feestdag	National
15 August 2026	Assumption Day Onze Lieve Vrouw hemelvaart	National
1 November 2026	All Saints' Day Allerheiligen	National
11 November 2026	Armistice Day Wapenstilstand	National
25 December 2026	Christmas Day Kerstdag	National
26 December 2026	St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day	National

Bridge Days 2026 — Best time-off deals

New Year's Day

1 leave day4 days off

Take 2 Jan 2026 off → 1 Jan 2026 to 4 Jan 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)

Belgian National Day

1 leave day4 days off

Take 20 Jul 2026 off → 18 Jul 2026 to 21 Jul 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)

Armistice Day

2 leave days5 days off

Take 9 Nov 2026 + 10 Nov 2026 off → 7 Nov 2026 to 11 Nov 2026 (5 days off, 2 leave days)

Armistice Day

2 leave days5 days off

Take 12 Nov 2026 + 13 Nov 2026 off → 11 Nov 2026 to 15 Nov 2026 (5 days off, 2 leave days)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Belgium have in 2026?+

Belgium has 14 public holidays in 2026, of which 14 are national holidays observed across the entire country.

What is the next public holiday in Belgium?+

The next public holiday in Belgium is Belgian National Day on 21 July 2026, which is in 34 days.

Are public holidays paid days off in Belgium?+

In Belgium, national public holidays are generally paid days off for employees. Regional holidays may vary by employer. Always verify with your employer or local labour authority.

Can I add Belgium public holidays to my calendar?+

Yes. Use the "Add all holidays to calendar" button on this page to download an .ics file that works with Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, and Microsoft Outlook.

What are bridge days in Belgium?+

Bridge days (or Brückentage) are working days between a public holiday and a weekend. By taking 1 bridge day off, you can get 4 or more consecutive days off. See the bridge days section above for the best opportunities in 2026.

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