Berlin is Germany's capital and largest city, home to approximately 3.7 million people. As a city-state (Stadtsstaat), Berlin is simultaneously a city and one of Germany's 16 federal states. It is Germany's political, cultural, and creative centre. Berlin observes the standard 9 nationwide public holidays but does not observe most Catholic regional holidays, reflecting its historically Protestant and secular character. The Berlin Wall Memorial and Holocaust Memorial are among the city's most significant historical sites.
In 2027, Berlin observes 10 public holidays in total — 9 nationwide holidays that apply across all of Germany, plus 1 public holiday specific to Berlin.
Public Holidays 2027
10 holidays
Berlin — All Public Holidays 2027
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2027 | Fri | New Year's Day | Nationwide |
| 8 Mar 2027 | Mon | International Women's Day | Regional |
| 26 Mar 2027 | Fri | Good Friday | Nationwide |
| 29 Mar 2027 | Mon | Easter Monday | Nationwide |
| 1 May 2027 | Sat | Labour Day | Nationwide |
| 6 May 2027 | Thu | Ascension Day | Nationwide |
| 17 May 2027 | Mon | Whit Monday | Nationwide |
| 3 Oct 2027 | Sun | German Unity Day | Nationwide |
| 25 Dec 2027 | Sat | Christmas Day | Nationwide |
| 26 Dec 2027 | Sun | Boxing Day | Nationwide |
School Holidays 2027
Berlin — School Holidays 2027
Winter Break
01.02.2027 - 06.02.2027
Easter Break
22.03.2027 - 02.04.2027
Pentecost Break
18.05.2027 - 19.05.2027
Summer Holidays
01.07.2027 - 14.08.2027
Autumn Break
11.10.2027 - 23.10.2027
Christmas Break
22.12.2027 - 31.12.2027