Vatican City Holidays, Observances & Calendar 2026

Find the complete list of public holidays, observances, and the full monthly Calendar for Vatican City in 2026. Discover official national holidays, important cultural dates, and plan your year with this country-specific holiday guide.

Total Holidays 31
Public Holidays 19
Observances 12
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Calendar 2026
Holidays 2026
January 2026
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February 2026
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March 2026
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April 2026
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May 2026
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June 2026
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23
31
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24
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25
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July 2026
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August 2026
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31
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33
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10
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34
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September 2026
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36
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37
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38
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October 2026
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40
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42
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November 2026
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45
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47
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48
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December 2026
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49
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Holidays & Observances in Vatican City in 2026

New Year's Day
National Holiday
Thursday, January 1, 2026
132 days ago
Epiphany
National Holiday
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
127 days ago
Anniversary of the foundation of Vatican City
National Holiday
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
91 days ago
Anniversary of the election of Pope Francis
National Holiday
Friday, March 13, 2026
61 days ago
Fathers' Day
Observance
Thursday, March 19, 2026
55 days ago
St Joseph's Day
National Holiday
Thursday, March 19, 2026
55 days ago
March Equinox
Season
Friday, March 20, 2026
54 days ago
Daylight Saving Time starts
Clock Change/Daylight Saving Time
Sunday, March 29, 2026
45 days ago
Good Friday
Observance
Friday, April 3, 2026
40 days ago
Holy Saturday
Observance
Saturday, April 4, 2026
39 days ago
Easter Sunday
National Holiday
Sunday, April 5, 2026
38 days ago
Easter Monday
National Holiday
Monday, April 6, 2026
37 days ago
St George's Feast
National Holiday
Thursday, April 23, 2026
20 days ago
Feast of St Joseph the Worker
National Holiday
Friday, May 1, 2026
12 days ago
Mothers' Day
Observance
Sunday, May 10, 2026
3 days ago
Ascension Day
National Holiday
Thursday, May 14, 2026
1 days left
Corpus Domini
National Holiday
Thursday, June 4, 2026
22 days left
June Solstice
Season
Sunday, June 21, 2026
39 days left
The Feasts of Saints Peter and Paul
National Holiday
Monday, June 29, 2026
47 days left
Day of the Assumption of Mary
National Holiday
Saturday, August 15, 2026
94 days left
Assumption Day Holiday
National Holiday
Sunday, August 16, 2026
95 days left
September Equinox
Season
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
133 days left
Daylight Saving Time ends
Clock Change/Daylight Saving Time
Sunday, October 25, 2026
165 days left
All Saints' Day
National Holiday
Sunday, November 1, 2026
172 days left
All Souls' Day
National Holiday
Monday, November 2, 2026
173 days left
Feast of the Immaculate Conception
National Holiday
Tuesday, December 8, 2026
209 days left
December Solstice
Season
Monday, December 21, 2026
222 days left
Christmas Eve
Observance
Thursday, December 24, 2026
225 days left
Christmas Day
National Holiday
Friday, December 25, 2026
226 days left
St Stephen's Day
National Holiday
Saturday, December 26, 2026
227 days left
New Year's Eve
Observance
Thursday, December 31, 2026
232 days left

Vatican City Holidays 2026 - FAQs

1. How many public holidays are there in Vatican City in 2026?
➥ Vatican City has several official public holidays in 2026, including national holidays and other important observances listed on this page. The exact number may vary depending on regional and optional holidays.
2. What are the national holidays in Vatican City in 2026?
➥ National holidays in Vatican City include officially recognized days observed across the country, such as New Year’s Day, Independence Day, and Christmas. A full list is available in the holiday table above.
3. Are Carnival days public holidays in Vatican City?
➥ Carnival days in Vatican City are widely celebrated, but their status as official public holidays can vary by region and employer. This calendar highlights nationally recognized holidays and major observances for 2026.
4. Do holidays in Vatican City change every year?
➥ Some holidays in Vatican City fall on fixed dates each year, while others are movable and depend on religious or cultural calendars. This page reflects the dates specific to 2026.
5. Is this holiday calendar updated from official sources?
➥ The holiday information on this page is compiled from official government publications and widely accepted public records to ensure accuracy for planning and reference purposes.

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