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National and Regional Holidays in France (2026) 🇫🇷

France observes 11 public holidays this year, with 11 scheduled for 2027. The next public holiday is National Day. The most recent was Whit Monday.

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This year, France observes 11 public holidays, with 11 scheduled for 2027. The next holiday is National Day on 14 Jul. The most recently passed holiday was Whit Monday. Click here to see the 2027 Public Holidays for France.

Date Holiday Name
Tuesday National Day
Saturday Assumption Day
Sunday All Saints' Day
Wednesday Armistice Day
Friday Christmas Day

State & Regional Holidays in France

Guadeloupe Holidays

Date Holiday Name
Tuesday National Day
Tuesday Feast of Victor Schoelcher
Saturday Assumption Day
Sunday All Saints' Day
Wednesday Armistice Day
Friday Christmas Day

Guyane Holidays

Date Holiday Name
Tuesday National Day
Saturday Assumption Day
Sunday All Saints' Day
Wednesday Armistice Day
Friday Christmas Day

La Réunion Holidays

Date Holiday Name
Tuesday National Day
Saturday Assumption Day
Sunday All Saints' Day
Wednesday Armistice Day
Sunday Abolition of Slavery
Friday Christmas Day

Alsace Holidays

Date Holiday Name
Tuesday National Day
Saturday Assumption Day
Sunday All Saints' Day
Wednesday Armistice Day
Friday Christmas Day
Saturday Saint Stephen's Day

Martinique Holidays

Date Holiday Name
Tuesday National Day
Tuesday Feast of Victor Schoelcher
Saturday Assumption Day
Sunday All Saints' Day
Wednesday Armistice Day
Friday Christmas Day

Mayotte Holidays

Date Holiday Name
Tuesday National Day
Saturday Assumption Day
Sunday All Saints' Day
Wednesday Armistice Day
Friday Christmas Day

Nouvelle-Calédonie Holidays

Date Holiday Name
Tuesday National Day
Saturday Assumption Day
Thursday Citizenship Day
Sunday All Saints' Day
Wednesday Armistice Day
Friday Christmas Day

Polynésie Française Holidays

Date Holiday Name
Monday Internal Autonomy Day
Tuesday National Day
Saturday Assumption Day
Sunday All Saints' Day
Wednesday Armistice Day
Friday Christmas Day

Saint-Barthélemy Holidays

Date Holiday Name
Tuesday National Day
Saturday Assumption Day
Friday Abolition of Slavery
Sunday All Saints' Day
Wednesday Armistice Day
Friday Christmas Day

Saint-Martin Holidays

Date Holiday Name
Tuesday National Day
Saturday Assumption Day
Sunday All Saints' Day
Wednesday Armistice Day
Friday Christmas Day

Wallis-et-Futuna Holidays

Date Holiday Name
Tuesday National Day
Wednesday Festival of the Territory
Saturday Assumption Day
Sunday All Saints' Day
Wednesday Armistice Day
Friday Christmas Day

Frequently Asked Questions about Holidays in France

When is the next public holiday in France?

The next public holiday in France is National Day on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 — in 21 days.

Is today a public holiday in France?

No — today (Tuesday, June 23, 2026) is not a public holiday in France.

How many public holidays does France have in 2026?

France has 11 public holidays in 2026.

What was the most recent public holiday in France?

The most recent public holiday in France was Whit Monday on Monday, May 25, 202629 days ago.

What are the upcoming public holidays in France?

The next 5 public holidays in France:

  • Tuesday, July 14, 2026: National Day
  • Saturday, August 15, 2026: Assumption Day
  • Sunday, November 1, 2026: All Saints' Day
  • Wednesday, November 11, 2026: Armistice Day
  • Friday, December 25, 2026: Christmas Day
How does France's holiday count compare to its neighbours?

France has 11 public holidays this year. Neighbours for comparison:

  • Switzerland: 4 public holidays
  • Germany: 9 public holidays
  • Belgium: 12 public holidays
  • Luxembourg: 11 public holidays
  • Italy: 12 public holidays
How many public holidays does France have in 2027?

France will have 11 public holidays in 2027.

Does France have state or provincial holidays too?

YesFrance has 11 additional state, provincial or regional holidays that are not nationally observed. These vary by subdivision; check our country page for the full list.

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