Public Holidays in Belgium 2026 – Federal, Christian & Public Holidays

Belgium has 10 statutory public holidays in 2026. Two fall on days that may be non-working days for many businesses: Assumption Day on Saturday, August 15, and All Saints’ Day on Sunday, November 1. Replacement days depend on the applicable workplace or sector arrangements.

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Replacement Days for Weekend Holidays

When a statutory public holiday falls on a Sunday or on a usual day of inactivity in an undertaking, such as Saturday, it must be replaced by a rest day on an ordinary working day. A joint committee, collective agreement, or agreement between the employer and workers may determine the replacement date. If no agreement applies, the replacement is the first ordinary working day after the holiday, according to the Federal Public Service Employment.

Because replacement dates can differ by workplace or sector, this calendar lists the statutory dates and does not assign one universal replacement date for August 15 or November 1.

Regional and Administration-Specific Holidays

Some dates apply to particular regions or public administrations rather than to all Belgian workers. The Royal Observatory of Belgium’s 2026 calendar lists regional holidays and additional holidays for the federal administration separately from the statutory list. Check the relevant authority or employer for local closures.

Long Weekends in Belgium in 2026

For workers whose normal schedule is Monday to Friday, Labour Day on Friday, May 1, creates a three-day weekend. Whit Monday on May 25 also extends the weekend from May 23 to 25, and Christmas Day on Friday, December 25, creates a three-day weekend from December 25 to 27.

Ascension Day falls on Thursday, May 14. Friday, May 15, is not one of Belgium’s 10 statutory public holidays, although some organizations may observe it as a bank or bridge day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many statutory public holidays does Belgium have in 2026?

Belgium has 10 statutory public holidays in 2026. The Federal Public Service Employment lists the nationwide statutory dates.

Does Belgium give a replacement day when a public holiday falls on a weekend?

Yes. A holiday that falls on a Sunday or a usual day of inactivity in the undertaking must be replaced by a rest day on an ordinary working day. The replacement date may depend on sector or workplace arrangements.

Are the replacement dates the same for every Belgian worker?

No. Replacement dates can be set by a joint committee or by agreements at sector or workplace level. If no agreement applies, the replacement is the first ordinary working day after the holiday.

Is Friday, May 15, 2026 a statutory public holiday in Belgium?

No. May 15 is not one of Belgium’s 10 statutory public holidays. Some organizations may nevertheless treat it as a bank or bridge day.

Are regional holidays included in the 10 statutory holidays?

No. Regional and administration-specific dates are separate from the nationwide statutory list and may apply only to particular public services or organizations.

Do banks and public offices close on all the same dates?

Not necessarily. A bank, public administration, or individual workplace may have additional closure dates or its own replacement-day schedule. Check the organization’s published calendar for details.

Official Sources for Public Holidays in Belgium

• Federal Public Service Employment: Public Holidays — lists the 10 statutory holidays and explains replacement-day rules.
• Royal Observatory of Belgium: Belgian Holidays 2026 — lists the year’s holiday dates and separates statutory, regional, and federal-administration dates.
• National Bank of Belgium: Public Holidays — provides the National Bank’s own holiday and closure schedule.