Bulgaria public holidays 2026
In 2026, Bulgaria has 12 public holidays – 9 of them fall on a weekday. With long weekends and all dates to print.
Public holidays Bulgaria 2026
| Date | Weekday | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 01/01/2026 | Thursday | New Year's DayFirst day of the year – a day off in almost every country. |
| 03/03/2026 | Tuesday | Liberation Day |
| 04/10/2026 | Friday | Good FridayCommemorates the crucifixion of Jesus; a quiet day in many countries. |
| 04/12/2026 | Sunday | Easter SundayCelebration of the resurrection of Jesus, first Sunday after the spring full moon. |
| 04/13/2026 | Monday | Easter MondayThe day after Easter Sunday, a holiday in much of Europe. |
| 05/01/2026 | Friday | Labour DayInternational Workers’ Day, celebrating the labour movement. |
| 05/06/2026 | Wednesday | St. George's Day |
| 05/24/2026 | Sunday | Bulgarian Education and Culture, and Slavonic Literature Day |
| 09/06/2026 | Sunday | Unification Day |
| 09/22/2026 | Tuesday | Independence DayThe country’s Independence Day. |
| 12/24/2026 | Thursday | Christmas EveThe evening before Christmas Day, when many families exchange gifts. |
| 12/25/2026 | Friday | Christmas DayCelebration of the birth of Jesus. |
Long weekends 2026: more days off with less leave
Make the most of your vacation days in Bulgaria in 2026 – leave days needed and consecutive days off:
| Period | Holiday | Leave days | Days off |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/01 – 01/04/2026 | New Year's Day | 1 | 4 |
| 02/28 – 03/03/2026 | Liberation Day | 1 | 4 |
| 04/04 – 04/13/2026 | Good Friday | 4 | 10 |
| 05/01 – 05/06/2026 | Labour Day | 2 | 6 |
| 09/19 – 09/22/2026 | Independence Day | 1 | 4 |
| 12/19 – 12/27/2026 | Christmas Eve | 3 | 9 |
Bulgaria 2026 in numbers
- Public holidays
- 12
- on weekdays
- 9
- on weekends
- 3
- Weekday holidays 2025
- 9
- Working days (Bulgaria)
- 252
Partial or optional days off
| 11/01/2026 | Sunday | Revival Leaders' Day |
Other observances 2026
| 03/01/2026 | Sunday | Granny March Day |
| 03/08/2026 | Sunday | International Women's Day |
| 05/07/2026 | Thursday | Radio and Television Day |
| 12/26/2026 | Saturday | Boxing Day |
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Bulgaria have in 2026?
Bulgaria has 12 public holidays in 2026. 9 of them fall on a weekday (Monday to Friday).
What is the first public holiday of 2026 in Bulgaria?
The first public holiday of 2026 in Bulgaria is New Year's Day on Thursday, January 1, 2026.
When are the best long weekends in Bulgaria in 2026?
We found 6 worthwhile long weekends. The best value is January 1, 2026 – January 4, 2026.
Are there more weekday holidays in 2026 than in 2025?
In 2026, 9 holidays fall on a weekday, compared with 9 in 2025.
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