🇮🇪 Next Public Holiday — Ireland

August Holiday

Q: How many public holidays does Ireland have in 2026?

Ireland has 11 public holidays in 2026.

Q: What is the next public holiday in Ireland?

The next public holiday in Ireland is New Year's Day on 1 January 2026.

Q: Are public holidays paid days off in Ireland?

In Ireland, most public holidays are paid days off for employees. Always verify with your employer or local labour authority.

Lá Saoire i mí Lúnasa

3 August 2026

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All Public Holidays 2026

11 holidays

Date	Holiday	Type
1 January 2026	New Year's Day Lá Caille	National
2 February 2026	Saint Brigid's Day Lá Fhéile Bríde	National
17 March 2026	Saint Patrick's Day Lá Fhéile Pádraig	National
3 April 2026	Good Friday Aoine an Chéasta	National
6 April 2026	Easter Monday Luan Cásca	National
4 May 2026	May Day Lá Bealtaine	National
1 June 2026	June Holiday Lá Saoire i mí an Mheithimh	National
3 August 2026	NextAugust Holiday Lá Saoire i mí Lúnasa	National
26 October 2026	October Holiday Lá Saoire i mí Dheireadh Fómhair	National
25 December 2026	Christmas Day Lá Nollag	National
26 December 2026	St. Stephen's Day Lá Fhéile Stiofáin	National

Bridge Days 2026 — Best time-off deals

New Year's Day

1 leave day4 days off

Take 2 Jan 2026 off → 1 Jan 2026 to 4 Jan 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)

Saint Patrick's Day

1 leave day4 days off

Take 16 Mar 2026 off → 14 Mar 2026 to 17 Mar 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Ireland have in 2026?+

Ireland has 11 public holidays in 2026, of which 11 are national holidays observed across the entire country.

What is the next public holiday in Ireland?+

The next public holiday in Ireland is August Holiday on 3 August 2026, which is in 47 days.

Are public holidays paid days off in Ireland?+

In Ireland, national public holidays are generally paid days off for employees. Regional holidays may vary by employer. Always verify with your employer or local labour authority.

Can I add Ireland public holidays to my calendar?+

Yes. Use the "Add all holidays to calendar" button on this page to download an .ics file that works with Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, and Microsoft Outlook.

What are bridge days in Ireland?+

Bridge days (or Brückentage) are working days between a public holiday and a weekend. By taking 1 bridge day off, you can get 4 or more consecutive days off. See the bridge days section above for the best opportunities in 2026.

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