Hungary Public Holidays
Hungarian public holidays are defined by law and combine Christian feast days with national days commemorating key events in the country's history. The Easter and Pentecost holidays move each year with the Western Christian calendar.
Last updated 3 July 2026.
Next holiday
National Day
20 August 2026 (Thursday), in 48 days
Upcoming public holidays
The holidays that matter most in Hungary
National Day (St Stephen's Day)
St Stephen's Day (20 August) honours the first king of Hungary and the foundation of the Hungarian state, and is the country's principal national holiday.
1848 Revolution Memorial Day
15 March commemorates the 1848 revolution and war of independence against Habsburg rule.
1956 Revolution Memorial Day
23 October marks the 1956 revolution against Soviet-backed rule and the later proclamation of the republic in 1989.
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How public holidays work in Hungary
Hungary uses a system of rearranged working days, so a nearby Saturday may be made a working day to bridge a public holiday to the weekend. Public holidays are the days most workplaces and schools in Hungary 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.
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Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Hungary have?
Hungary has 14 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 Hungary?
The next holiday is National Day on 20 August 2026 (Thursday).
Can I add Hungary holidays to my calendar?
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