Ireland Bank Holidays
Ireland observes ten public holidays. St Brigid's Day, added in 2023, was the first Irish public holiday named after a woman.
Last updated 3 July 2026.
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August Bank Holiday
3 August 2026 (Monday), in 31 days
Upcoming bank holidays
The holidays that matter most in Ireland
St. Patrick's Day
St Patrick's Day (17 March) honours Ireland's patron saint and is marked by celebrations worldwide.
St. Brigid's Day
St Brigid's Day, observed on the first Monday in February since 2023, recognises one of Ireland's patron saints and the traditional start of spring.
St. Stephen's Day
St Stephen's Day (26 December) is the day after Christmas and a long-standing public holiday.
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How bank holidays work in Ireland
Bank holidays are the days most workplaces and schools in Ireland 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 bank and religious holidays in full, and OneHaus keeps the complete set current in your shared home calendar.
Get Ireland holidays in your shared calendar, automatically
Stop copying dates across by hand. OneHaus subscribes your whole home to Ireland'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 bank holidays does Ireland have?
Ireland has 10 bank 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 Ireland?
The next holiday is August Bank Holiday on 3 August 2026 (Monday).
Can I add Ireland holidays to my calendar?
Yes. OneHaus subscribes your whole home to Ireland'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.