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 2028, Berlin observes 11 public holidays in total — 9 nationwide holidays that apply across all of Germany, plus 2 public holidays specific to Berlin.
Public Holidays 2028
11 holidays
Berlin — All Public Holidays 2028
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2028 | Sat | New Year's Day | Nationwide |
| 8 Mar 2028 | Wed | International Women's Day | Regional |
| 14 Apr 2028 | Fri | Good Friday | Nationwide |
| 17 Apr 2028 | Mon | Easter Monday | Nationwide |
| 1 May 2028 | Mon | Labour Day | Nationwide |
| 25 May 2028 | Thu | Ascension Day | Nationwide |
| 5 Jun 2028 | Mon | Whit Monday | Nationwide |
| 17 Jun 2028 | Sat | June 17th Uprising Anniversary | Regional |
| 3 Oct 2028 | Tue | German Unity Day | Nationwide |
| 25 Dec 2028 | Mon | Christmas Day | Nationwide |
| 26 Dec 2028 | Tue | Boxing Day | Nationwide |
School Holidays 2028
Berlin — School Holidays 2028
Winter Break
31.01.2028 - 05.02.2028
Easter Break
10.04.2028 - 22.04.2028
Pentecost Break
01.06.2028 - 02.06.2028
Summer Holidays
01.07.2028 - 12.08.2028
Autumn Break
02.10.2028 - 14.10.2028
Christmas Break
22.12.2028 - 02.01.2029