Singapore
2026 Singapore holidays
A list of Singapore holidays for 2026, including observed dates and stock market closures.
| Date | Holiday | Type | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day | Public holiday | – |
| Tuesday, February 17, 2026 | Chinese New Year | Public holiday | – |
| Wednesday, February 18, 2026 | Chinese New Year Holiday | Public holiday | – |
| Saturday, March 21, 2026 | Hari Raya Puasa | Public holiday | Subject to confirmation by Singapore authorities. |
| Friday, April 3, 2026 | Good Friday | Public holiday | – |
| Friday, May 1, 2026 | Labour Day | Public holiday | – |
| Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | Hari Raya Haji | Public holiday | Subject to confirmation by Singapore authorities. |
| Sunday, May 31, 2026 | Vesak Day | Public holiday | – |
| Monday, June 1, 2026 | Vesak Day Holiday | Public holiday | Observed because Vesak Day falls on a Sunday. |
| Sunday, August 9, 2026 | National Day | Public holiday | – |
| Monday, August 10, 2026 | National Day Holiday | Public holiday | Observed because National Day falls on a Sunday. |
| Sunday, November 8, 2026 | Deepavali | Public holiday | – |
| Monday, November 9, 2026 | Deepavali Holiday | Public holiday | Observed because Deepavali falls on a Sunday. |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day | Public holiday | – |
Source basis: Ministry of Manpower — public holidays. Last updated: June 2026.
Practical uses
PTO and leave planning
Use this list to plan your annual leave around Singapore public holidays. Combining a holiday with a weekend can create longer breaks — see the singapore 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?
- If a Singapore public holiday falls on a rest day, the following working day is normally treated as the paid holiday.
- Are these national or regional holidays?
- These are Singapore national public holidays. Religious holiday dates can be subject to confirmation by the Ministry of Manpower.
- 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?
- 10 of the 14 public holidays in 2026 fall on weekdays. 4 fall on a weekend.