France Public Holidays
France observes eleven public holidays (jours feries), a mix of Catholic feast days and civic anniversaries. Most private-sector workers get the day off, though rules on pay and substitute days vary.
Last updated 3 July 2026.
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Bastille Day
14 July 2026 (Tuesday), in 11 days
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The holidays that matter most in France
Bastille Day
Bastille Day (14 July), the Fete nationale, marks the 1789 storming of the Bastille and the Fete de la Federation of 1790.
WWII Victory Day
Victory in Europe Day (8 May) marks the end of the Second World War in Europe in 1945.
Armistice Day
Armistice Day (11 November) commemorates the 1918 armistice that ended the First World War.
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How public holidays work in France
Public holidays are the days most workplaces and schools in France treat as days off, so they shape when people travel, book time away and plan around childcare. Religious holidays and wider observances sit alongside them. They are not always days off, but they are dates many households still mark. Each year page lists the public and religious holidays in full, and OneHaus keeps the complete set current in your shared home calendar.
Get France holidays in your shared calendar, automatically
Stop copying dates across by hand. OneHaus subscribes your whole home to France's national and religious holidays, keeps them current, and shares them on iPhone and in any browser. Start with a free 30-day trial, no card needed, then one subscription covers everyone in your home.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does France have?
France has 11 public holidays in 2026. Open a year below to see each one with its date and day of the week.
When is the next holiday in France?
The next holiday is Bastille Day on 14 July 2026 (Tuesday).
Can I add France holidays to my calendar?
Yes. OneHaus subscribes your whole home to France's holidays and keeps them up to date, so they show up in your shared calendar on iPhone and in any browser. Start with a free 30-day trial, no card needed, then one subscription covers everyone in your home.