Belgium
2027 Belgian holidays
A list of Belgium holidays for 2027, including observed dates and stock market closures.
| Date | Holiday | Type | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, January 1, 2027 | New Year's Day | Public holiday | – |
| Monday, March 29, 2027 | Easter Monday | Public holiday | – |
| Saturday, May 1, 2027 | Labour Day | Public holiday | – |
| Thursday, May 6, 2027 | Ascension Day | Public holiday | – |
| Monday, May 17, 2027 | Whit Monday | Public holiday | – |
| Wednesday, July 21, 2027 | Belgian National Day | Public holiday | – |
| Sunday, August 15, 2027 | Assumption of Mary | Public holiday | – |
| Monday, November 1, 2027 | All Saints' Day | Public holiday | – |
| Thursday, November 11, 2027 | Armistice Day | Public holiday | – |
| Saturday, December 25, 2027 | Christmas Day | Public holiday | – |
Source basis: Service Public Fédéral Emploi, Travail et Concertation sociale. Last updated: June 2026.
Practical uses
PTO and leave planning
Use this list to plan your annual leave around Belgian public holidays. Combining a holiday with a weekend can create longer breaks — see the belgian long weekends in 2027 for pre-built three-day and four-day weekends.
Payroll and deadlines
Public holidays affect payroll processing deadlines and direct deposit schedules. When a holiday falls on a weekday, it reduces the number of business days in that period. See business days in 2027 for net working day counts per month.
School and childcare
Public holidays typically mean school closures, but exact dates vary by state, province or region. Check your local school district or education authority for the full academic calendar.
Travel and events
Book travel early around major holidays like New Year's Day and Armistice Day when demand — and prices — are typically highest.
Frequently asked questions
- Do holidays that fall on a weekend get observed on a different day?
- Rules for observed dates vary by country. Check individual holiday notes above for details.
- Are these national or regional holidays?
- These are national-level public holidays. Regional or state holidays may also apply.
- Can I download these holidays for my calendar app?
- Yes. Download the ICS file to import into Google Calendar, Apple Calendar or Outlook. Or download the CSV file to open in Excel or Google Sheets.
- How many public holidays fall on weekdays in 2027?
- 7 of the 10 public holidays in 2027 fall on weekdays. 3 fall on a weekend.