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France Public Holidays 2026

There are 11 public holidays in France in 2026, listed below with the date and the day of the week each one falls on.

Last updated 3 July 2026.

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Bastille Day

14 July 2026 (Tuesday), in 11 days

Public holidays in 2026

The 11 public holidays France marks in 2026.

DateDayHoliday
1 January 2026ThursdayNew Year's DayNew Year's Day is the first day of the year in France.
6 April 2026MondayEaster MondayEaster Monday is the day after Easter Sunday.
1 May 2026FridayLabor DayPeople in France give loved ones flowers and may celebrate or campaign for workers' rights on May Day, also known as Labor Day.
8 May 2026FridayWWII Victory DayWWII Victory Day marks the anniversary of the official end of World War II and is a public holiday in France.
14 May 2026ThursdayAscension DayAscension Day marks the day that Jesus ascended to heaven, according to Christian belief.
25 May 2026MondayPentecost MondayPentecost Monday is the day after Pentecost Sunday. It is a public holiday in France.
14 July 2026TuesdayBastille DayBastille Day is an occasion to honor the French Republic. It is a public holiday in France.
15 August 2026SaturdayAssumption of MaryThe Feast of the Assumption of Mary is an occasion for Catholics to honor the belief that God assumed the Virgin Mary to heaven.
1 November 2026SundayAll Saints' DayAll Saints' Day celebrates all Christian saints, particularly those who have no special feast days of their own. It is a public holiday in France.
11 November 2026WednesdayArmistice DayArmistice Day marks the anniversary of the end of World War I. It is a public holiday in France.
25 December 2026FridayChristmas DayChristmas Day is an occasion for Christians to celebrate Jesus Christ's birth. It is a public holiday in France.

Beyond the public holidays above, France also has many observances, seasonal markers and regional dates. OneHaus tracks the full set and keeps them current in your shared home calendar, so you never have to chase them down. Start free.

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Frequently asked questions

How many public holidays are there in France in 2026?

There are 11 public holidays in France in 2026. The full list, with dates and days, is in the table above.

When is the next holiday in France?

The next holiday in France is Bastille Day on 14 July 2026 (Tuesday).

Can I add France 2026 holidays to my calendar?

Yes. OneHaus subscribes your whole home to France's holidays and keeps them current, so they appear 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.

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