Austria holiday calendar

Public holidays in Austria 2026

Calendar compilation last reviewed

Plan the year with every Austria public holiday, regional date and major cultural observance in our calendar. Each entry links to a detailed guide covering its history, status, traditions and sources.

Public holidays
13
Regional dates
0
Observances
1
Substitute dates
0

How public holidays work in Austria

The calendar separates public holidays from regional dates and cultural observances. Public holidays are the broadest category in our Austria calendar. Regional holidays may apply only in a particular state, province, territory or community, while an observance does not automatically mean that workplaces, schools or public services close.

No separate substitute dates are currently listed for 2026. Weekend and time-off rules can still vary by employer, region and holiday, so consult the linked guide and primary source before making arrangements. December is the busiest month, with 4 listed dates.

Austria holiday dates in 2026

The table lists 14 calendar entries. Follow a holiday name for its full background, observance details and traditions.

Public holidays, regional dates and cultural observances in Austria for 2026
DateHolidayTypeObserved day
New Year’s DayAustria’s January 1 statutory holiday, beginning the civil year. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of New Year’s Day in Austria.Public holiday—
EpiphanyAustria’s January 6 statutory holiday celebrating the Epiphany. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of Epiphany in Austria.Public holiday—
Easter MondayA statutory Austrian holiday on the Monday after Easter. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of Easter Monday in Austria.Public holiday—
Labour DayAustria’s May 1 statutory holiday, combining workers’ history and spring public life.Public holiday—
Ascension DayA nationwide Austrian public holiday forty days after Easter. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of Ascension Day in Austria.Public holiday—
Whit MondayAustria’s statutory holiday on the Monday after Pentecost. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of Whit Monday in Austria.Public holiday—
Corpus ChristiA nationwide Austrian holiday known for Catholic processions and local ceremony. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of Corpus Christi in Austria.Public holiday—
Assumption DayAustria’s August 15 statutory holiday. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of Assumption Day in Austria.Public holiday—
National DayAustria’s October 26 national holiday, linked to the 1955 declaration of permanent neutrality.Public holiday—
All Saints’ DayAustria’s November 1 statutory holiday. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of All Saints’ Day in Austria.Public holiday—
KrampusnachtA December 5 Alpine cultural observance connected with Saint Nicholas traditions. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of Krampusnacht in Austria.Cultural observance—
Immaculate ConceptionAustria’s December 8 statutory holiday. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of Immaculate Conception in Austria.Public holiday—
Christmas DayAustria’s December 25 statutory holiday. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of Christmas Day in Austria.Public holiday—
St Stephen’s DayAustria’s December 26 statutory holiday. This guide explains the date, background, legal status and customary observance of St Stephen’s Day in Austria.Public holiday—

Sources for Austria holidays

Calendar dates and classifications are checked against the primary calendar sources below. Historical and cultural claims have additional citations on each individual holiday guide.