Ireland
2026 Irish holidays
A list of Ireland holidays for 2026, including observed dates and stock market closures.
| Date | Holiday | Type | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day | Public holiday | – |
| Monday, February 2, 2026 | St Brigid's Day | Public holiday | Observed on the first Monday in February. |
| Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | St Patrick's Day | Public holiday | – |
| Monday, April 6, 2026 | Easter Monday | Public holiday | – |
| Monday, May 4, 2026 | May Day | Public holiday | Observed on the first Monday in May. |
| Monday, June 1, 2026 | June Bank Holiday | Public holiday | Observed on the first Monday in June. |
| Monday, August 3, 2026 | August Bank Holiday | Public holiday | Observed on the first Monday in August. |
| Monday, October 26, 2026 | October Bank Holiday | Public holiday | Observed on the last Monday in October. |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day | Public holiday | – |
| Saturday, December 26, 2026 | St Stephen's Day | Public holiday | – |
Source basis: Citizens Information — public holidays in Ireland. Last updated: June 2026.
Euronext Dublin (ISEQ) holidays 2026
Market holiday reference. Verify exact closures and early-close schedules directly with the exchange.
| Date | Holiday | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day | – |
| Friday, April 3, 2026 | Good Friday | – |
| Monday, April 6, 2026 | Easter Monday | – |
| Monday, May 4, 2026 | Early May bank holiday | – |
| Monday, May 25, 2026 | Spring bank holiday | – |
| Monday, August 31, 2026 | Summer bank holiday | – |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day | – |
| Monday, December 28, 2026 | Boxing Day substitute | – |
Source reference: Euronext Dublin trading calendar. Verify directly with the exchange before trading decisions.
Practical uses
PTO and leave planning
Use this list to plan your annual leave around Irish public holidays. Combining a holiday with a weekend can create longer breaks — see the irish long weekends in 2026 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 2026 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 Christmas Day when demand — and prices — are typically highest.
Frequently asked questions
- Do holidays that fall on a weekend get observed on a different day?
- When a public holiday falls on a weekend, the following Monday is usually observed as a day off, though this can depend on employment contracts.
- Are these national or regional holidays?
- These are national public holidays. No regional variation exists in Ireland's public holiday schedule.
- 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 2026?
- 9 of the 10 public holidays in 2026 fall on weekdays. 1 falls on a weekend.