Thurgau public holidays 2026
In 2026, Thurgau has 13 public holidays – 8 of them fall on a weekday. With long weekends and all dates to print.
Public holidays Thurgau 2026
| Date | Weekday | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 01/01/2026 | Thursday | New Year's DayFirst day of the year – a day off in almost every country. |
| 01/02/2026 | Friday | BerchtoldstagBerchtold’s Day on January 2, a day off in many Swiss cantons. |
| 04/03/2026 | Friday | Good FridayCommemorates the crucifixion of Jesus; a quiet day in many countries. |
| 04/05/2026 | Sunday | Easter SundayCelebration of the resurrection of Jesus, first Sunday after the spring full moon. |
| 04/06/2026 | 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. |
| 05/14/2026 | Thursday | Ascension DayAscension of Jesus, 39 days after Easter and always on a Thursday. |
| 05/24/2026 | Sunday | PentecostThe descent of the Holy Spirit, 49 days after Easter. |
| 05/25/2026 | Monday | Whit MondayThe Monday after Pentecost, a holiday in much of Europe. |
| 08/01/2026 | Saturday | BundesfeiertagSwiss National Day, marking the founding of the Confederation in 1291. |
| 09/20/2026 | Sunday | Federal Day of Thanksgiving, Repentance and PrayerSwiss Federal Day of Thanksgiving on the third Sunday in September. |
| 12/25/2026 | Friday | Christmas DayCelebration of the birth of Jesus. |
| 12/26/2026 | Saturday | Boxing DaySecond day of Christmas (St. Stephen’s Day). |
Long weekends 2026: more days off with less leave
Make the most of your vacation days in Thurgau in 2026 – leave days needed and consecutive days off:
| Period | Holiday | Leave days | Days off |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/28 – 04/06/2026 | Good Friday | 4 | 10 |
| 04/25 – 05/03/2026 | Labour Day | 4 | 9 |
| 05/14 – 05/17/2026 | Ascension Day | 1 | 4 |
| 05/23 – 05/31/2026 | Whit Monday | 4 | 9 |
| 12/19 – 12/27/2026 | Christmas Day | 4 | 9 |
Thurgau 2026 in numbers
- Public holidays
- 13
- on weekdays
- 8
- on weekends
- 5
- Weekday holidays 2025
- 10
- Working days (Thurgau)
- 253
Other observances 2026
| 04/02/2026 | Thursday | Maundy Thursday |
| 05/10/2026 | Sunday | Mother's Day |
| 06/07/2026 | Sunday | Vätertag |
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Thurgau have in 2026?
Thurgau has 13 public holidays in 2026. 8 of them fall on a weekday (Monday to Friday).
What is the first public holiday of 2026 in Thurgau?
The first public holiday of 2026 in Thurgau is New Year's Day on Thursday, January 1, 2026.
When are the best long weekends in Thurgau in 2026?
We found 5 worthwhile long weekends. The best value is May 14, 2026 – May 17, 2026.
Are there more weekday holidays in 2026 than in 2025?
In 2026, 8 holidays fall on a weekday, compared with 10 in 2025.