Public Holidays in Serbia 2026 – Orthodox & National Holidays
Serbia observes a mix of statutory non-working holidays and working remembrance or cultural days. Some non-religious holidays, when they fall on a Sunday, are shifted to the next working day.
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Public Holidays in Serbia 2026
| Date | Weekday | Holiday | Type / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1 | Thursday | New Year’s Day | Statutory non-working day |
| January 2 | Friday | Second Day of New Year | Statutory non-working day |
| January 7 | Wednesday | Orthodox Christmas Day | Non-working religious holiday (Julian calendar) |
| February 15 | Sunday | Statehood Day (Sretenje) | National public holiday |
| February 16 | Monday | Statehood Day (Observed) | Shifted non-working day |
| February 17 | Tuesday | Statehood Day Holiday | Extended observance |
| April 10 | Friday | Orthodox Good Friday | Movable religious holiday |
| April 13 | Monday | Orthodox Easter Monday | Religious holiday |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Statutory non-working holiday |
| May 2 | Saturday | Labour Day Holiday | Additional non-working day |
| November 11 | Wednesday | Armistice Day | Commemorative non-working holiday |
Travel Ideas for Public Holidays in 2026
Extended public holidays in Serbia are ideal for cultural city breaks and countryside trips. You can explore historic towns, monasteries, and national parks through
Places to Visit in Serbia.
For accommodation options during long weekends, browse
Best Hotels in Serbia.
Serbia Public Holidays in 2025
| Date | Weekday | Holiday | Type / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1 | Wednesday | New Year’s Day | Statutory non-working day |
| January 2 | Thursday | Second Day of New Year | Statutory non-working day |
| January 7 | Tuesday | Orthodox Christmas Day | Non-working religious holiday (Serbian Orthodox calendar) |
| February 15 | Saturday | Statehood Day (Sretenje) | National public holiday |
| February 16 | Sunday | Statehood Day Holiday | Continued observance |
| February 17 | Monday | Statehood Day Holiday | Extended observance |
| April 18 | Friday | Orthodox Good Friday | Movable religious holiday |
| April 21 | Monday | Orthodox Easter Monday | Religious holiday following Orthodox Easter |
| May 1 | Thursday | Labour Day | Statutory non-working holiday |
| May 2 | Friday | Labour Day Holiday | Additional non-working day |
| November 11 | Tuesday | Armistice Day | Commemorative non-working holiday |
Other Observed / Working Holidays & Remembrance Dates
- Saint Sava’s Day (27 January) – Cultural / working observance, widely noted in schools.
- Holocaust & WWII Remembrance Day (22 April) – Commemorative working observance.
- Victory Day (9 May) – Working observance marking WWII victory.
- Saint Vitus’ Day (Vidovdan, 28 June) – Historical remembrance day.
- Day of Serb Unity (15 September) – National remembrance and cultural observance.
- WWII Serbian Victims Day (21 October) – Day of remembrance for civilian victims.
Observance Rules & Notes
- Non-religious statutory holidays falling on a Sunday are moved to the next working day.
- Religious holidays follow the Serbian Orthodox (Julian) calendar.
- Working observance days do not automatically grant time off.
- The Serbian government may announce additional days off by decree.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many official non-working holidays does Serbia have in 2026?
Serbia observes seven statutory non-working public holidays in 2026, some extending across multiple days.
Does Serbia shift holidays when they fall on a weekend?
Yes. If a non-religious public holiday falls on Sunday, the following Monday is observed as a non-working day.
Are all remembrance days non-working holidays?
No. Many remembrance and cultural dates are working observances without mandatory leave.
When is Statehood Day celebrated in Serbia?
Statehood Day (Sretenje) is observed annually from 15 to 17 February.
Conclusion
Public holidays in Serbia reflect a balance of national identity, Orthodox Christian tradition, and historical remembrance. While some holidays guarantee days off, others are observed culturally, making it important to distinguish between statutory and working observances.
