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🇨🇿 Czech Republic Public Holidays 2026

Czech Republic has 13 public holidays in 2026, of which 13 are national public holidays observed across the entire country. The next public holiday in Czech Republic is St. Wenceslas Day on 28 September 2026, which is in 15 days.

🇨🇿 Next Public Holiday — Czech Republic

St. Wenceslas Day

Den české státnosti

28 September 2026

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All Public Holidays 2026

13 holidays
DateHolidayType
1 January 2026
New Year's Day
Den obnovy samostatného českého státu; Nový rok
National
3 April 2026
Good Friday
Velký pátek
National
6 April 2026
Easter Monday
Velikonoční pondělí
National
1 May 2026
Labour Day
Svátek práce
National
8 May 2026
Liberation Day
Den vítězství
National
5 July 2026
Saints Cyril and Methodius Day
Den slovanských věrozvěstů Cyrila a Metoděje
National
6 July 2026
Jan Hus Day
Den upálení mistra Jana Husa
National
28 September 2026
NextSt. Wenceslas Day
Den české státnosti
National
28 October 2026
Independent Czechoslovak State Day
Den vzniku samostatného československého státu
National
17 November 2026
Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day
Den boje za svobodu a demokracii a Mezinárodní den studentstva
National
24 December 2026
Christmas Eve
Štědrý den
National
25 December 2026
Christmas Day
1. svátek vánoční
National
26 December 2026
St. Stephen's Day
2. svátek vánoční
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)
Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day
1 leave day4 days off
Take 16 Nov 2026 off → 14 Nov 2026 to 17 Nov 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Independent Czechoslovak State Day
2 leave days5 days off
Take 26 Oct 2026 + 27 Oct 2026 off → 24 Oct 2026 to 28 Oct 2026 (5 days off, 2 leave days)
Independent Czechoslovak State Day
2 leave days5 days off
Take 29 Oct 2026 + 30 Oct 2026 off → 28 Oct 2026 to 1 Nov 2026 (5 days off, 2 leave days)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Czech Republic have in 2026?+
Czech Republic has 13 public holidays in 2026, of which 13 are national public holidays observed across the entire country.
What is the next public holiday in Czech Republic?+
The next public holiday in Czech Republic is St. Wenceslas Day on 28 September 2026, which is in 15 days.
Are public holidays paid days off in Czech Republic?+
In Czech Republic, 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 Czech Republic 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 Czech Republic?+
Bridge days 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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