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🇲🇹 Malta Public Holidays 2026

Malta has 14 national public holidays in 2026 that apply everywhere, and 14 distinct dates once regional public holidays are included. The next public holiday in Malta is Immaculate Conception on 8 December 2026, which is in 45 days.

🇲🇹 Next Public Holiday — Malta

Immaculate Conception

8 December 2026

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Planning the Christmas break? See Christmas and New Year public holidays across Europe, or Malta public holidays 2027 to book next year's leave early.

All Public Holidays 2026

14 holidays
DateHolidayType
1 January 2026
New Year's Day
National
10 February 2026
Feast of St. Paul's Shipwreck
National
19 March 2026
Feast of St. Joseph
National
31 March 2026
Freedom Day
National
3 April 2026
Good Friday
National
1 May 2026
Workers' Day
National
7 June 2026
Sette Giugno
National
29 June 2026
Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul
National
15 August 2026
Assumption Day
National
8 September 2026
Feast of Our Lady of Victories
National
21 September 2026
Independence Day
National
8 December 2026
NextImmaculate Conception
National
13 December 2026
Republic Day
National
25 December 2026
Christmas 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)
Feast of St. Paul's Shipwreck
1 leave day4 days off
Take 9 Feb 2026 off → 7 Feb 2026 to 10 Feb 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Feast of St. Joseph
1 leave day4 days off
Take 20 Mar 2026 off → 19 Mar 2026 to 22 Mar 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Freedom Day
1 leave day4 days off
Take 30 Mar 2026 off → 28 Mar 2026 to 31 Mar 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Feast of Our Lady of Victories
1 leave day4 days off
Take 7 Sept 2026 off → 5 Sept 2026 to 8 Sept 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
📅 Download 2026 holidays (.ics)

Works with Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook

🔄 Subscribe instead — stays up to date automatically

The download above is a one-time snapshot of Malta's holidays. Subscribing adds them to your calendar permanently — next year's dates appear on their own, with no account and nothing to install.

https://www.publicholidayseu.com/api/calendar/subscribe/malta.ics
How to add it
  • Google Calendar — including every Android phone: this has to be done in a web browser at calendar.google.com — the Google Calendar mobile app cannot add calendars by link. Go to Other calendars → From URL, paste the link, and it will sync down to your phone on its own.
  • Apple Calendar (iPhone or Mac): open this link and confirm — it subscribes directly.
  • Outlook: Add calendar → Subscribe from web, then paste the link.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Malta have in 2026?+
Malta has 14 national public holidays in 2026 that apply everywhere, and 14 distinct dates once regional public holidays are included.
What is the next public holiday in Malta?+
The next public holiday in Malta is Immaculate Conception on 8 December 2026, which is in 45 days.
Are public holidays paid days off in Malta?+
In Malta, 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 Malta 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 Malta?+
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.
Data source: Chapter 252, Laws of Malta ↗ · Verified: Yes · Report an error