Netherlands: public holidays 2026

New Year’s Day marks the beginning of a new year. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ in Christian tradition. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

Easter Sunday commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ in Christian tradition. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

Second Easter Day is the Monday following Easter Sunday, continuing the Christian celebration of Jesus Christ’s resurrection. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

King’s Day is the national holiday celebrating the King’s birthday. It is normally observed on 27 April; when 27 April is a Sunday, it is celebrated on the preceding day. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

Ascension Day commemorates Jesus Christ’s ascension to heaven in Christian tradition. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

First Pentecost Day is the first day of Pentecost, the Christian feast commemorating the Holy Spirit coming upon Jesus’ disciples. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

Second Pentecost Day is the Monday following Pentecost Sunday, continuing the Christian celebration of the coming of the Holy Spirit. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

First Christmas Day is the first day of Christmas, celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ in Christian tradition. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

Second Christmas Day is the second day of Christmas, continuing the Christian celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

New Year’s Day marks the beginning of a new year. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ in Christian tradition. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

Easter Sunday commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ in Christian tradition. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

Second Easter Day is the Monday following Easter Sunday, continuing the Christian celebration of Jesus Christ’s resurrection. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

King’s Day is the national holiday celebrating the King’s birthday. It is normally observed on 27 April; when 27 April is a Sunday, it is celebrated on the preceding day. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

Liberation Day commemorates the liberation of the Netherlands in 1945 and celebrates freedom. The Dutch government recognises 5 May as an official public holiday every year. This calendar includes it only every five years, following its source’s coverage. Whether an employee has the day off depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

Ascension Day commemorates Jesus Christ’s ascension to heaven in Christian tradition. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

First Pentecost Day is the first day of Pentecost, the Christian feast commemorating the Holy Spirit coming upon Jesus’ disciples. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

Second Pentecost Day is the Monday following Pentecost Sunday, continuing the Christian celebration of the coming of the Holy Spirit. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

First Christmas Day is the first day of Christmas, celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ in Christian tradition. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.

Second Christmas Day is the second day of Christmas, continuing the Christian celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. The Dutch government lists this as an official public holiday, but that label does not itself guarantee a day off for every employee; leave depends on the applicable collective labour agreement or employment contract.