Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is a north-eastern German state of approximately 1.6 million people, characterised by its Baltic Sea coastline, including the island of Rügen, and extensive lake districts. The state capital is Schwerin. It is one of Germany's least densely populated states and a popular domestic tourism destination. Like other northern German states, it observes only the 9 national public holidays.
In 2026, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern observes 11 public holidays in total — 9 nationwide holidays that apply across all of Germany, plus 2 public holidays specific to Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.
Public Holidays 2026
11 holidays
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern — All Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2026 | Thu | New Year's Day | Nationwide |
| 8 Mar 2026 | Sun | International Women's Day | Regional |
| 3 Apr 2026 | Fri | Good Friday | Nationwide |
| 6 Apr 2026 | Mon | Easter Monday | Nationwide |
| 1 May 2026 | Fri | Labour Day | Nationwide |
| 14 May 2026 | Thu | Ascension Day | Nationwide |
| 25 May 2026 | Mon | Whit Monday | Nationwide |
| 3 Oct 2026 | Sat | German Unity Day | Nationwide |
| 31 Oct 2026 | Sat | Reformation Day | Regional |
| 25 Dec 2026 | Fri | Christmas Day | Nationwide |
| 26 Dec 2026 | Sat | Boxing Day | Nationwide |
School Holidays 2026
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern — School Holidays 2026
Winter Break
09.02.2026 - 20.02.2026
Easter Break
30.03.2026 - 08.04.2026
Pentecost Break
15.05.2026+22.05.2026 - 26.05.2026
Summer Holidays
13.07.2026 - 22.08.2026
Autumn Break
19.10.2026 - 24.10.2026
Christmas Break
19.12.2026 - 02.01.2027