Portugal has 13 national public holidays in 2026 that apply everywhere, and 16 distinct dates once regional public holidays are included. The next public holiday in Portugal is All Saints Day on 1 November 2026, which is in 3 days.
Dia de Portugal, de Camões e das Comunidades Portuguesas
National
1 July 2026
Madeira Day
Dia da Madeira
Regional
15 August 2026
Assumption Day
Assunção de Nossa Senhora
National
5 October 2026
Republic Day
Implantação da República
National
1 November 2026
NextAll Saints Day
Dia de Todos-os-Santos
National
1 December 2026
Restoration of Independence
Restauração da Independência
National
8 December 2026
Immaculate Conception
Imaculada Conceição
National
25 December 2026
Christmas Day
Natal
National
26 December 2026
St. Stephen's Day
Primeira Oitava
Regional
Days listed but not counted in the 16 above
These days appear on many calendars as public holidays, and sources genuinely disagree about them. Where they conflict, we follow the official government or statutory source and name it below, so a day is only counted in the totals on this page if the law actually gives it to you. That is why our figure can be lower than the one you see elsewhere.
Carnival (Carnaval)Not a day off
What the law says: An optional holiday under art. 235 of the Labour Code, not one of the 13 mandatory holidays in art. 234.
In practice: The government usually grants public employees a tolerância de ponto, and many private employers follow — but that is a discretionary decision taken each year, not a right. Whether you get it depends on your collective agreement or contract.
Source followed: Código do Trabalho (Lei 7/2009) arts. 234–235 (pgdlisboa.pt)
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)
Carnival
1 leave day4 days off
Take 16 Feb 2026 off → 14 Feb 2026 to 17 Feb 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Corpus Christi
1 leave day4 days off
Take 5 Jun 2026 off → 4 Jun 2026 to 7 Jun 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Restoration of Independence
1 leave day4 days off
Take 30 Nov 2026 off → 28 Nov 2026 to 1 Dec 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
Immaculate Conception
1 leave day4 days off
Take 7 Dec 2026 off → 5 Dec 2026 to 8 Dec 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)
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How many public holidays does Portugal have in 2026?+
Portugal has 13 national public holidays in 2026 that apply everywhere, and 16 distinct dates once regional public holidays are included.
What is the next public holiday in Portugal?+
The next public holiday in Portugal is All Saints Day on 1 November 2026, which is in 3 days.
Why is Portugal's 2026 public holiday total lower here than on some other calendars?+
Because 1 day that many calendars count is not a statutory public holiday in Portugal in 2026: Carnival. It is listed on this page and labelled "Not a day off", but left out of the 13-day total, because a day is only counted here if the law actually gives it to you. Where sources conflict we follow the official government or statutory source and name it, so you can see the disagreement rather than be puzzled by it.
Is Carnival a public holiday in Portugal in 2026?+
No — not as a day off in 2026. An optional holiday under art. 235 of the Labour Code, not one of the 13 mandatory holidays in art. 234. In practice: The government usually grants public employees a tolerância de ponto, and many private employers follow — but that is a discretionary decision taken each year, not a right. Whether you get it depends on your collective agreement or contract. Source followed: Código do Trabalho (Lei 7/2009) arts. 234–235 (pgdlisboa.pt).
Are public holidays paid days off in Portugal?+
In Portugal, 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 Portugal 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 Portugal?+
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.
