🇸🇰 Next Public Holiday — Slovakia

St. Cyril and Methodius Day

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

Slovakia has 15 public holidays in 2026.

Q: What is the next public holiday in Slovakia?

The next public holiday in Slovakia is Day of the Establishment of the Slovak Republic on 1 January 2026.

Q: Are public holidays paid days off in Slovakia?

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

Sviatok svätého Cyrila a svätého Metoda

5 July 2026

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All Public Holidays 2026

15 holidays

Date	Holiday	Type
1 January 2026	Day of the Establishment of the Slovak Republic Deň vzniku Slovenskej republiky	National
6 January 2026	Epiphany Zjavenie Pána	National
3 April 2026	Good Friday Veľkonočný piatok	National
6 April 2026	Easter Monday Veľkonočný pondelok	National
1 May 2026	International Workers' Day Sviatok práce	National
8 May 2026	Day of victory over fascism Deň víťazstva nad fašizmom	National
5 July 2026	NextSt. Cyril and Methodius Day Sviatok svätého Cyrila a svätého Metoda	National
29 August 2026	Slovak National Uprising anniversary Výročie Slovenského národného povstania	National
1 September 2026	Day of the Constitution of the Slovak Republic Deň Ústavy Slovenskej republiky	National
15 September 2026	Day of Our Lady of the Seven Sorrows Sedembolestná Panna Mária	National
1 November 2026	All Saints’ Day Sviatok Všetkých svätých	National
17 November 2026	Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day Deň boja za slobodu a demokraciu	National
24 December 2026	Christmas Eve Štedrý deň	National
25 December 2026	Christmas Day Prvý sviatok vianočný	National
26 December 2026	St. Stephen's Day Druhý sviatok vianočný	National

Bridge Days 2026 — Best time-off deals

Day of the Establishment of the Slovak Republic

1 leave day4 days off

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

Epiphany

1 leave day4 days off

Take 5 Jan 2026 off → 3 Jan 2026 to 6 Jan 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)

Day of the Constitution of the Slovak Republic

1 leave day4 days off

Take 31 Aug 2026 off → 29 Aug 2026 to 1 Sept 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)

Day of Our Lady of the Seven Sorrows

1 leave day4 days off

Take 14 Sept 2026 off → 12 Sept 2026 to 15 Sept 2026 (4 days off, 1 leave day)

Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day

1 leave day4 days off

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Slovakia have in 2026?+

Slovakia has 15 public holidays in 2026, of which 15 are national holidays observed across the entire country.

What is the next public holiday in Slovakia?+

The next public holiday in Slovakia is St. Cyril and Methodius Day on 5 July 2026, which is in 18 days.

Are public holidays paid days off in Slovakia?+

In Slovakia, 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 Slovakia 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 Slovakia?+

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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